Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Portland, OR metro area
Portland Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Portland
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Portland metro area is $77,960. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Portland Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | $1,512 | $18,150 |
| Oregon Average | $1,375 | $16,500 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Portland childcare costs are 10% higher than the Oregon state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Oregon, see our comprehensive Oregon Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Portland
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Portland averages $1,512/month for infants. The Portland, OR area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $1,183/month for infants in Portland – typically 22% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Portland typically costs $45,375/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Oregon
Child Care Subsidy Program
Oregon’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
