San Mateo County, CA vs District of Columbia, DC
Side-by-side childcare cost comparison. Infant center care costs $555/wk in San Mateo County and $490/wk in District of Columbia.
| Metric | San Mateo County, CA | District of Columbia, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Center (wk) | $555 | $490 |
| Infant Family (wk) | $375 | $400 |
| Toddler Center (wk) | $397 | $451 |
| Toddler Family (wk) | $357 | $393 |
| Preschool Center (wk) | $437 | $393 |
| Preschool Family (wk) | $396 | $368 |
| School-Age Center (wk) | $439 | $0 |
| School-Age Family (wk) | $363 | $0 |
| Median Income | $149,907 | $101,722 |
| Burden Index | 19.2% | 25.0% |
Annual Cost Comparison (Infant Center)
San Mateo County
$28,837/yr
District of Columbia
$25,480/yr
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Childcare Prices, 2026.