Daycare Cost in Wyoming
Compare average child care prices in Wyoming for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$12,784
$1,065/mo
National Ranking
34th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
-18%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$9,747
$812/mo (home-based)
Wyoming Child Care Cost Breakdown
Annual and monthly costs by care type and setting (2025 data)
| Care Type | Annual Cost | Monthly Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (Center-Based) | $12,784 | $1,065 | -18% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $10,704 | $892 | -6% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $11,897 | $991 | -17% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $10,278 | $857 | -6% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $11,229 | $936 | -10% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $9,747 | $812 | -5% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Wyoming
Infant
Center
$1,065/mo
Home
$892/mo
Save $2,080/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$991/mo
Home
$857/mo
Save $1,619/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$936/mo
Home
$812/mo
Save $1,482/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Wyoming
- Wyoming ranks as the 34th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $12,784/year.
- Home-based care costs 16% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Wyoming is -18% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Wyoming's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Montana
Infant center: $15,080/yr
25th most expensive
South Dakota
Infant center: $8,632/yr
49th most expensive
Nebraska
Infant center: $18,147/yr
16th most expensive
Colorado
Infant center: $20,978/yr
7th most expensive
Utah
Infant center: $14,160/yr
28th most expensive
Idaho
Infant center: $10,608/yr
45th most expensive
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