Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Syracuse, NY metro area
Syracuse Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Syracuse
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Syracuse metro area is $98,161. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Syracuse Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Syracuse | $1,964 | $23,565 |
| New York Average | $1,750 | $21,000 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Syracuse childcare costs are 12% higher than the New York state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across New York, see our comprehensive New York Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Syracuse
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Syracuse averages $1,964/month for infants. The Syracuse, NY area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $1,514/month for infants in Syracuse – typically 23% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Syracuse typically costs $58,912/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in New York
Child Care Subsidy Program
New York’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
