Childcare Cost in Schenectady County, NY
Infant center-based childcare in Schenectady County, NY costs $289 per week ($15,028 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $200 per week ($10,400 per year). With a median household income of $75,056, the childcare burden index is 20.0% 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) | $289 | $200 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $275 | $200 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $255 | $198 |
| School-Age (6+) | $215 | $180 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,056 |
| Burden Index | 20.0% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Schenectady County compare?
At $289/wk for infant center care, Schenectady County runs 67% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 20.0% 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 Schenectady County runs $200/wk for infants — about 31% less than center-based care, or $4,628 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $215/wk (center) or $180/wk (family).