Infant Center
$19,573
$1,631/mo
Toddler Center
$17,000
$1,417/mo
Infant Family
$13,105
$1,092/mo
Toddler Family
$12,240
$1,020/mo
% of Median Income
22.3%
How Colorado Compares
vs. National Average
42% above
vs. College Tuition
$7,973 more
Family vs. Center Savings
$6,468/yr savings
Free Universal Pre-K Available
Colorado offers free pre-K for all 4-year-olds, which can save families thousands per year.
Tax Credits & Subsidies
All Colorado families can claim the federal Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC): 20-35% of up to $3,000 for one child or $6,000 for two or more (max credit: $1,050-$2,100). If your employer offers a Dependent Care FSA, you can save up to $5,000 pre-tax per year for childcare.