Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Providence, RI metro area
Providence Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Providence
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Providence metro area is $94,827. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Providence Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Providence | $1,217 | $14,606 |
| Rhode Island Average | $1,150 | $13,800 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Providence childcare costs are 6% higher than the Rhode Island state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Rhode Island, see our comprehensive Rhode Island Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Providence
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Providence averages $1,217/month for infants. The Providence, RI area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $920/month for infants in Providence – typically 24% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Providence typically costs $36,515/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Rhode Island
Child Care Subsidy Program
Rhode Island’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
