Childcare Cost in San Juan County, CO
Infant center-based childcare in San Juan County, CO costs $294 per week ($15,306 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $232 per week ($12,067 per year). With a median household income of $67,344, the childcare burden index is 22.7% 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) | $294 | $232 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $275 | $216 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $245 | $216 |
| School-Age (6+) | $174 | $177 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,344 |
| Burden Index | 22.7% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does San Juan County compare?
At $294/wk for infant center care, San Juan County runs 70% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 22.7% 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 San Juan County runs $232/wk for infants — about 21% less than center-based care, or $3,239 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $174/wk (center) or $177/wk (family).