Childcare Cost in Canadian County, OK
Infant center-based childcare in Canadian County, OK costs $231 per week ($12,003 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $167 per week ($8,709 per year). With a median household income of $82,364, the childcare burden index is 14.6% of income. The national median weekly infant center care cost is $174 for comparison.
Cost by Care Type
| Age Group | Center/Wk | Family/Wk |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (0-1) | $231 | $167 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $200 | $154 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $200 | $154 |
| School-Age (6+) | $131 | $117 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,364 |
| Burden Index | 14.6% (Moderate) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Canadian County compare?
At $231/wk for infant center care, Canadian County runs 33% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 14.6% of median household income — a moderate burden, above the 7% HHS affordability threshold.
For families looking to lower the bill, family-based (home) daycare in Canadian County runs $167/wk for infants — about 27% less than center-based care, or $3,294 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $131/wk (center) or $117/wk (family).
More about Canadian County
The data source behind this answer is the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices. Every figure on the page traces back to that source; the methodology page describes the inputs and the refresh cadence in full detail.
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.