Childcare Cost in Los Angeles County, CA
Infant center-based childcare in Los Angeles County, CA costs $257 per week ($13,363 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $284 per week ($14,787 per year). With a median household income of $83,411, the childcare burden index is 16.0% 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) | $257 | $284 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $221 | $230 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $225 | $222 |
| School-Age (6+) | $199 | $186 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,411 |
| Burden Index | 16.0% (High) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Los Angeles County compare?
At $257/wk for infant center care, Los Angeles County runs 48% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 16.0% of median household income — a high burden, more than double the 7% HHS affordability threshold.
More about Los Angeles County
The data source behind this answer is the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices. Every figure on the page traces back to that source; the methodology page describes the inputs and the refresh cadence in full detail.
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.