Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Oklahoma City, OK metro area
Oklahoma City Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Oklahoma City
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Oklahoma City metro area is $72,241. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Oklahoma City Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $736 | $8,838 |
| Oklahoma Average | $683 | $8,200 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Oklahoma City childcare costs are 8% higher than the Oklahoma state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Oklahoma, see our comprehensive Oklahoma Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Oklahoma City
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Oklahoma City averages $736/month for infants. The Oklahoma City, OK area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $564/month for infants in Oklahoma City – typically 23% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Oklahoma City typically costs $22,095/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Oklahoma
Child Care Subsidy Program
Oklahoma’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
