Childcare Cost in Williamson County, IL
Infant center-based childcare in Williamson County, IL costs $264 per week ($13,734 per year), based on DOL data. Family-based infant care is $185 per week ($9,620 per year). With a median household income of $60,325, the childcare burden index is 22.8% 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 | $185 |
| Toddler (1-2) | $205 | $172 |
| Preschool (3-5) | $172 | $158 |
| School-Age (6+) | $28 | $79 |
Burden Index
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,325 |
| Burden Index | 22.8% (Severe) |
| National Median (Infant Center) | $174/wk |
How does Williamson County compare?
At $264/wk for infant center care, Williamson County runs 52% above the national median of $174/wk.
The Childcare Burden Index here is 22.8% 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 Williamson County runs $185/wk for infants — about 30% less than center-based care, or $4,114 in annual savings. School-age care is the cheapest category at $28/wk (center) or $79/wk (family).