Childcare Cost in El Paso County, CO
Infant center-based childcare in El Paso County, CO costs $350 per week ($18,223 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $242 per week ($12,568 per year). With a median household income of $82,748, the childcare burden index is 22.0% 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) | $350 | $242 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $301 | $214 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $266 | $214 |
| School-Age (6+) | $148 | $171 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,748 |
| Burden Index | 22.0% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |