Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area
Baton Rouge Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Baton Rouge
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Baton Rouge metro area is $67,627. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Baton Rouge Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge | $518 | $6,219 |
| Louisiana Average | $525 | $6,300 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Baton Rouge childcare costs are about the same as the Louisiana state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Louisiana, see our comprehensive Louisiana Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Baton Rouge
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Baton Rouge averages $518/month for infants. The Baton Rouge, LA area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $424/month for infants in Baton Rouge – typically 18% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Baton Rouge typically costs $15,547/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Louisiana
Child Care Subsidy Program
Louisiana’s childcare subsidy program helps eligible families. Contact your local resource and referral agency to apply.
Tax Benefits
- Dependent Care FSA: Save up to $5,000/year pre-tax
- Child and Dependent Care Credit: Up to $3,000 per child
- Child Tax Credit: Up to $2,000 per child
