Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Denver, CO metro area
Denver Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Denver
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Denver metro area is $90,535. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Denver Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | $1,727 | $20,720 |
| Colorado Average | $1,542 | $18,500 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Denver childcare costs are 12% higher than the Colorado state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Colorado, see our comprehensive Colorado Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Denver
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Denver averages $1,727/month for infants. The Denver, CO area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $1,370/month for infants in Denver – typically 21% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Denver typically costs $51,800/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Colorado
Child Care Subsidy Program
Colorado’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
