Childcare Cost in Wayne County, IL
Infant center-based childcare in Wayne County, IL costs $264 per week ($13,734 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $125 per week ($6,500 per year). With a median household income of $53,522, the childcare burden index is 25.7% 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) | $264 | $125 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $205 | $0 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $172 | $0 |
| School-Age (6+) | $155 | $0 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,522 |
| Burden Index | 25.7% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Wayne County compare?
At $264/wk for infant center care, Wayne County runs 52% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 25.7% 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 Wayne County runs $125/wk for infants — about 53% less than center-based care, or $7,234 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $155/wk (center) or $0/wk (family).