Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Albuquerque, NM metro area
Albuquerque Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Albuquerque
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Albuquerque metro area is $64,768. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Albuquerque Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $777 | $9,328 |
| New Mexico Average | $733 | $8,800 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Albuquerque childcare costs are 6% higher than the New Mexico state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across New Mexico, see our comprehensive New Mexico Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Albuquerque
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Albuquerque averages $777/month for infants. The Albuquerque, NM area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $651/month for infants in Albuquerque – typically 16% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Albuquerque typically costs $23,320/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in New Mexico
Child Care Subsidy Program
New Mexico’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
