Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Wichita, KS metro area
Wichita Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Wichita
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Wichita metro area is $82,699. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Wichita Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $943 | $11,311 |
| Kansas Average | $833 | $10,000 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Wichita childcare costs are 13% higher than the Kansas state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Kansas, see our comprehensive Kansas Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Wichita
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Wichita averages $943/month for infants. The Wichita, KS area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $716/month for infants in Wichita – typically 24% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Wichita typically costs $28,277/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Kansas
Child Care Subsidy Program
Kansas’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
