Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Honolulu, HI metro area
Honolulu Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Honolulu
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Honolulu metro area is $112,365. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Honolulu Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | $1,167 | $13,999 |
| Hawaii Average | $1,167 | $14,000 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Honolulu childcare costs are about the same as the Hawaii state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Hawaii, see our comprehensive Hawaii Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Honolulu
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Honolulu averages $1,167/month for infants. The Honolulu, HI area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $927/month for infants in Honolulu – typically 21% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Honolulu typically costs $34,997/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Hawaii
Child Care Subsidy Program
Hawaii’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
