Childcare Cost in Nicollet County, MN
Infant center-based childcare in Nicollet County, MN costs $219 per week ($11,388 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $143 per week ($7,453 per year). With a median household income of $79,113, the childcare burden index is 14.4% 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) | $219 | $143 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $206 | $132 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $190 | $132 |
| School-Age (6+) | $164 | $127 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,113 |
| Burden Index | 14.4% (Moderate) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Nicollet County compare?
At $219/wk for infant center care, Nicollet County runs 26% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 14.4% of median household income — a moderate burden, above the 7% HHS affordability threshold.
For families looking to lower the bill, family-based (home) daycare in Nicollet County runs $143/wk for infants — about 35% less than center-based care, or $3,935 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $164/wk (center) or $127/wk (family).
More about Nicollet 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.
A practical caveat: the headline answer above reflects the most recent the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices vintage; underlying data is often revised for months after first publication, and the right reference for any specific decision is whichever vintage is current at the time of the decision. The as-of date is stamped on every page.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.