Arlington County, VA vs Contra Costa County, CA
Side-by-side childcare cost comparison. Infant center care costs $559/wk in Arlington County and $482/wk in Contra Costa County.
| Metric | Arlington County, VA | Contra Costa County, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Center (wk) | $559 | $482 |
| Infant Family (wk) | $385 | $319 |
| Toddler Center (wk) | $496 | $346 |
| Toddler Family (wk) | $342 | $288 |
| Preschool Center (wk) | $496 | $381 |
| Preschool Family (wk) | $342 | $320 |
| School-Age Center (wk) | $416 | $429 |
| School-Age Family (wk) | $318 | $264 |
| Median Income | $137,387 | $120,020 |
| Burden Index | 21.2% | 20.9% |
Annual Cost Comparison (Infant Center)
Arlington County
$29,086/yr
Contra Costa County
$25,052/yr
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.