Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Akron, OH metro area
Akron Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Akron
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Akron metro area is $73,357. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Akron Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Akron | $1,051 | $12,610 |
| Ohio Average | $933 | $11,200 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Akron childcare costs are 13% higher than the Ohio state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Ohio, see our comprehensive Ohio Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Akron
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Akron averages $1,051/month for infants. The Akron, OH area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $805/month for infants in Akron – typically 23% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Akron typically costs $31,525/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Ohio
Child Care Subsidy Program
Ohio’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
