Childcare Costs in Jersey City, NJ

Population 283,900 | 42.5% above New Jersey average

$18,720

Infant/yr

$1,560/mo

$16,140

Toddler/yr

$1,345/mo

$14,510

Preschool/yr

$1,209/mo

Jersey City vs State & National Averages

Care Type	Jersey City	NJ Avg	National Avg
Infant (Center)	$18,720	$16,560	$13,032
Toddler (Center)	$16,140	$14,280	$11,275
Preschool (Center)	$14,510	$12,840	$10,153

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Infant (Center)$1,560/mo

Toddler (Center)$1,345/mo

Preschool (Center)$1,209/mo

New Jersey Childcare Overview

State Cost Rank: #10 of 51

Quality System: Grow NJ Kids

Median Income: $97,126

Subsidies: Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does daycare cost in Jersey City, NJ?

In Jersey City, NJ, infant center-based daycare costs about $18,720/year ($1,560/month). Toddler care averages $16,140/year and preschool is $14,510/year.

Is childcare in Jersey City more expensive than the New Jersey average?

Childcare in Jersey City is 42.5% above the New Jersey state average. The average annual center-based cost in Jersey City is approximately $16,457.

What is the most affordable childcare option in Jersey City?

Preschool programs are typically the most affordable center-based option in Jersey City at $14,510/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 New Jersey?

New Jersey offers childcare subsidies through the CCDF program. The state's "Grow NJ Kids" 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 Jersey City 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

Jersey City

NJ Avg

National Avg

Infant (Center)

$18,720

$16,560

$13,032

Toddler (Center)

$16,140

$14,280

$11,275

Preschool (Center)