Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Scranton, PA metro area
Scranton Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Scranton
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Scranton metro area is $76,706. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Scranton Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Scranton | $1,200 | $14,398 |
| Pennsylvania Average | $1,125 | $13,500 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Scranton childcare costs are 7% higher than the Pennsylvania state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Pennsylvania, see our comprehensive Pennsylvania Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Scranton
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Scranton averages $1,200/month for infants. The Scranton, PA area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $915/month for infants in Scranton – typically 24% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Scranton typically costs $35,995/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Pennsylvania
Child Care Subsidy Program
Pennsylvania’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
