Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Kansas City, MO metro area
Kansas City Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Kansas City
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Kansas City metro area is $69,285. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Kansas City Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $860 | $10,324 |
| Missouri Average | $817 | $9,800 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Kansas City childcare costs are about the same as the Missouri state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Missouri, see our comprehensive Missouri Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Kansas City
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Kansas City averages $860/month for infants. The Kansas City, MO area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $665/month for infants in Kansas City – typically 23% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Kansas City typically costs $25,810/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Missouri
Child Care Subsidy Program
Missouri’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
