Childcare Costs in Orlando, FL

Population 309,200 | 32.9% above Florida average

$11,830

Infant/yr

$986/mo

$10,180

Toddler/yr

$848/mo

$8,900

Preschool/yr

$742/mo

Orlando vs State & National Averages

Care Type	Orlando	FL Avg	National Avg
Infant (Center)	$11,830	$11,160	$13,032
Toddler (Center)	$10,180	$9,600	$11,275
Preschool (Center)	$8,900	$8,400	$10,153

Monthly Cost Breakdown

Infant (Center)$986/mo

Toddler (Center)$848/mo

Preschool (Center)$742/mo

Florida Childcare Overview

State Cost Rank: #35 of 51

Quality System: Gold Seal Quality Care

Median Income: $67,917

Subsidies: Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does daycare cost in Orlando, FL?

In Orlando, FL, infant center-based daycare costs about $11,830/year ($986/month). Toddler care averages $10,180/year and preschool is $8,900/year.

Is childcare in Orlando more expensive than the Florida average?

Childcare in Orlando is 32.9% above the Florida state average. The average annual center-based cost in Orlando is approximately $10,303.

What is the most affordable childcare option in Orlando?

Preschool programs are typically the most affordable center-based option in Orlando at $8,900/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 Florida?

Florida offers childcare subsidies through the CCDF program. The state's "Gold Seal Quality Care" 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 Orlando 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

Orlando

FL Avg

National Avg

Infant (Center)

$11,830

$11,160

$13,032

Toddler (Center)

$10,180

$9,600

$11,275

Preschool (Center)