Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Omaha, NE metro area
Omaha Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Omaha
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Omaha metro area is $76,404. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Omaha Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $739 | $8,870 |
| Nebraska Average | $767 | $9,200 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Omaha childcare costs are about the same as the Nebraska state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Nebraska, see our comprehensive Nebraska Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Omaha
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Omaha averages $739/month for infants. The Omaha, NE area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $604/month for infants in Omaha – typically 18% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Omaha typically costs $22,175/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Nebraska
Child Care Subsidy Program
Nebraska’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
