Childcare Cost in Lincoln County, KY
Infant center-based childcare in Lincoln County, KY costs $204 per week ($10,603 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $151 per week ($7,829 per year). With a median household income of $49,487, the childcare burden index is 21.4% 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) | $204 | $151 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $175 | $155 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $175 | $155 |
| School-Age (6+) | $152 | $128 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,487 |
| Burden Index | 21.4% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Lincoln County compare?
At $204/wk for infant center care, Lincoln County runs 17% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 21.4% 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 Lincoln County runs $151/wk for infants — about 26% less than center-based care, or $2,774 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $152/wk (center) or $128/wk (family).