Childcare Cost in Saline County, IL
Infant center-based childcare in Saline County, IL costs $224 per week ($11,654 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $196 per week ($10,199 per year). With a median household income of $51,710, the childcare burden index is 22.5% 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) | $224 | $196 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $192 | $179 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $158 | $160 |
| School-Age (6+) | $35 | $0 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,710 |
| Burden Index | 22.5% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Saline County compare?
At $224/wk for infant center care, Saline County runs 29% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 22.5% 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 Saline County runs $196/wk for infants — about 12% less than center-based care, or $1,455 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $35/wk (center) or $0/wk (family).