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Mississippi Childcare Costs (2026)
Average daycare prices for center-based and family care
Infant Center
$6,188
$516/mo
Toddler Center
$5,980
$498/mo
Infant Family
$4,455
$371/mo
Toddler Family
$4,306
$359/mo
% of Median Income
11.9%
How Mississippi Compares
vs. National Average
55% below
vs. College Tuition
$2,812 less
Family vs. Center Savings
$1,733/yr savings
Tax Credits & Subsidies
All Mississippi 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.