Childcare Costs in Billings, MT

Population 119,500 | 29.7% above Montana average

$11,090

Infant/yr

$924/mo

$9,700

Toddler/yr

$808/mo

$8,820

Preschool/yr

$735/mo

Billings vs State & National Averages

Care Type	Billings	MT Avg	National Avg
Infant (Center)	$11,090	$10,560	$13,032
Toddler (Center)	$9,700	$9,240	$11,275
Preschool (Center)	$8,820	$8,400	$10,153

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Infant (Center)$924/mo

Toddler (Center)$808/mo

Preschool (Center)$735/mo

Montana Childcare Overview

State Cost Rank: #38 of 51

Quality System: Montana STARS to Quality

Median Income: $66,017

Subsidies: Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does daycare cost in Billings, MT?

In Billings, MT, infant center-based daycare costs about $11,090/year ($924/month). Toddler care averages $9,700/year and preschool is $8,820/year.

Is childcare in Billings more expensive than the Montana average?

Childcare in Billings is 29.7% above the Montana state average. The average annual center-based cost in Billings is approximately $9,870.

What is the most affordable childcare option in Billings?

Preschool programs are typically the most affordable center-based option in Billings at $8,820/year. Family home daycare is usually 25-35% cheaper than center-based care. Before/after school programs are the most affordable overall for school-age children.

What childcare assistance is available in Montana?

Montana offers childcare subsidies through the CCDF program. The state's "Montana STARS to Quality" quality rating system helps parents find rated providers. Federal tax credits (Child and Dependent Care Credit) and Flexible Spending Accounts can also offset costs.

Where does ChildCarePeek get Billings childcare cost data?

All childcare cost data comes from Child Care Aware of America (2024), supplemented with local cost-of-living adjustments. Actual costs may vary by provider, quality rating, and specific care needs.

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Care Type

Billings

MT Avg

National Avg

Infant (Center)

$11,090

$10,560

$13,032

Toddler (Center)

$9,700

$9,240

$11,275

Preschool (Center)