Childcare Cost in Pima County, AZ
Infant center-based childcare in Pima County, AZ costs $250 per week ($13,000 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $175 per week ($9,100 per year). With a median household income of $64,323, the childcare burden index is 20.2% 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) | $250 | $175 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $183 | $175 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $183 | $175 |
| School-Age (6+) | $171 | $175 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,323 |
| Burden Index | 20.2% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Pima County compare?
At $250/wk for infant center care, Pima County runs 44% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 20.2% 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 Pima County runs $175/wk for infants — about 30% less than center-based care, or $3,900 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $171/wk (center) or $175/wk (family).