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Pennsylvania Childcare Costs (2026)
Average daycare prices for center-based and family care
Infant Center
$14,910
$1,243/mo
Toddler Center
$13,500
$1,125/mo
Infant Family
$10,735
$895/mo
Toddler Family
$9,720
$810/mo
% of Median Income
20.4%
How Pennsylvania Compares
vs. National Average
8% above
vs. College Tuition
$190 less
Family vs. Center Savings
$4,175/yr savings
Tax Credits & Subsidies
All Pennsylvania 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.