Childcare Cost in Hardin County, OH
Infant center-based childcare in Hardin County, OH costs $222 per week ($11,537 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $170 per week ($8,840 per year). With a median household income of $55,876, the childcare burden index is 20.6% 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) | $222 | $170 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $200 | $165 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $175 | $155 |
| School-Age (6+) | $126 | $139 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,876 |
| Burden Index | 20.6% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Hardin County compare?
At $222/wk for infant center care, Hardin County runs 28% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 20.6% 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 Hardin County runs $170/wk for infants — about 23% less than center-based care, or $2,697 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $126/wk (center) or $139/wk (family).