Childcare Cost in LaSalle County, IL
Infant center-based childcare in LaSalle County, IL costs $264 per week ($13,734 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $192 per week ($9,967 per year). With a median household income of $67,942, the childcare burden index is 20.2% 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) | $264 | $192 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $185 | $192 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $172 | $192 |
| School-Age (6+) | $40 | $0 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,942 |
| Burden Index | 20.2% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does LaSalle County compare?
At $264/wk for infant center care, LaSalle County runs 52% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 20.2% 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 LaSalle County runs $192/wk for infants — about 27% less than center-based care, or $3,767 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $40/wk (center) or $0/wk (family).