Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Rochester, NY metro area
Rochester Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Rochester
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Rochester metro area is $96,327. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Rochester Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $1,755 | $21,064 |
| New York Average | $1,750 | $21,000 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Rochester childcare costs are about the same as the New York state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across New York, see our comprehensive New York Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Rochester
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Rochester averages $1,755/month for infants. The Rochester, NY area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $1,396/month for infants in Rochester – typically 20% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Rochester typically costs $52,660/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in New York
Child Care Subsidy Program
New York’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
