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New Jersey Childcare Costs (2026)
Average daycare prices for center-based and family care
Infant Center
$19,634
$1,636/mo
Toddler Center
$11,113
$926/mo
Infant Family
$14,137
$1,178/mo
Toddler Family
$8,001
$667/mo
% of Median Income
19.3%
How New Jersey Compares
vs. National Average
42% above
vs. College Tuition
$5,034 more
Family vs. Center Savings
$5,497/yr savings
Tax Credits & Subsidies
All New Jersey 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.