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Florida Childcare Costs (2026)

Average daycare prices for center-based and family care

Infant Center
$9,238
$770/mo
Toddler Center
$8,500
$708/mo
Infant Family
$6,651
$554/mo
Toddler Family
$6,120
$510/mo
% of Median Income 13.6%
7% "affordable"

How Florida Compares

vs. National Average 33% below
vs. College Tuition $2,838 more
Family vs. Center Savings $2,587/yr savings
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Free Universal Pre-K Available

Florida offers free pre-K for all 4-year-olds, which can save families thousands per year.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Tax Credits & Subsidies

All Florida 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.

Florida has no state income tax, which means more of your paycheck stays in your pocket - partially offsetting childcare costs.