Childcare Cost in Peoria County, IL
Infant center-based childcare in Peoria County, IL costs $279 per week ($14,487 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $187 per week ($9,744 per year). With a median household income of $63,409, the childcare burden index is 22.8% 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) | $279 | $187 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $215 | $184 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $194 | $195 |
| School-Age (6+) | $59 | $49 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,409 |
| Burden Index | 22.8% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Peoria County compare?
At $279/wk for infant center care, Peoria County runs 61% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 22.8% 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 Peoria County runs $187/wk for infants — about 33% less than center-based care, or $4,743 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $59/wk (center) or $49/wk (family).