Childcare Cost in Queen Anne's County, MD
Infant center-based childcare in Queen Anne's County, MD costs $254 per week ($13,231 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $177 per week ($9,190 per year). With a median household income of $108,332, the childcare burden index is 12.2% 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) | $254 | $177 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $175 | $156 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $175 | $156 |
| School-Age (6+) | $163 | $129 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,332 |
| Burden Index | 12.2% (Moderate) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Queen Anne's County compare?
At $254/wk for infant center care, Queen Anne's County runs 47% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 12.2% 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 Queen Anne's County runs $177/wk for infants — about 31% less than center-based care, or $4,041 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $163/wk (center) or $129/wk (family).