Childcare Cost in Payne County, OK
Infant center-based childcare in Payne County, OK costs $201 per week ($10,462 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $146 per week ($7,588 per year). With a median household income of $46,658, the childcare burden index is 22.4% 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) | $201 | $146 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $174 | $134 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $174 | $134 |
| School-Age (6+) | $114 | $102 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,658 |
| Burden Index | 22.4% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Payne County compare?
At $201/wk for infant center care, Payne County runs 16% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 22.4% 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 Payne County runs $146/wk for infants — about 27% less than center-based care, or $2,874 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $114/wk (center) or $102/wk (family).