Childcare Cost in Williams County, ND
Infant center-based childcare in Williams County, ND costs $230 per week ($11,977 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $169 per week ($8,810 per year). With a median household income of $86,139, the childcare burden index is 13.9% 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) | $230 | $169 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $210 | $160 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $195 | $161 |
| School-Age (6+) | $192 | $168 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,139 |
| Burden Index | 13.9% (Moderate) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Williams County compare?
At $230/wk for infant center care, Williams County runs 33% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 13.9% 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 Williams County runs $169/wk for infants — about 26% less than center-based care, or $3,167 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $192/wk (center) or $168/wk (family).
More about Williams County
The data source behind this answer is the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices. Every figure on the page traces back to that source; the methodology page describes the inputs and the refresh cadence in full detail.
A practical caveat: the headline answer above reflects the most recent the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices vintage; underlying data is often revised for months after first publication, and the right reference for any specific decision is whichever vintage is current at the time of the decision. The as-of date is stamped on every page.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.