Infant Center
$17,963
$1,497/mo
Toddler Center
$18,239
$1,520/mo
Infant Family
$12,933
$1,078/mo
Toddler Family
$13,132
$1,094/mo
% of Median Income
24.8%
How Wisconsin Compares
vs. National Average
30% above
vs. College Tuition
$7,363 more
Family vs. Center Savings
$5,030/yr savings
Free Universal Pre-K Available
Wisconsin offers free pre-K for all 4-year-olds, which can save families thousands per year.
Tax Credits & Subsidies
All Wisconsin 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.