Childcare Cost in Cherokee County, OK
Infant center-based childcare in Cherokee County, OK costs $203 per week ($10,540 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $147 per week ($7,653 per year). With a median household income of $52,410, the childcare burden index is 20.1% 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) | $203 | $147 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $175 | $135 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $175 | $135 |
| School-Age (6+) | $115 | $103 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,410 |
| Burden Index | 20.1% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Cherokee County compare?
At $203/wk for infant center care, Cherokee County runs 17% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 20.1% of median household income — a severe burden, more than triple the 7% affordability threshold the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services uses.
For families looking to lower the bill, family-based (home) daycare in Cherokee County runs $147/wk for infants — about 27% less than center-based care, or $2,887 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $115/wk (center) or $103/wk (family).