Clark County childcare cost
Nevada · NDCP 2016 data · population ≈ 2,070,153
In Clark County, Nevada, median center-based infant care costs about $12,403 per year ($239/week) — roughly 22.4% of the county's median household income ($55,260), versus the 7% federal affordability benchmark (severe burden). The Nevada state median is $9,112; the US median is $7,987. Prices are 2016 medians from the federal National Database of Childcare Prices.
Source: U.S. DOL Women's Bureau — National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of June 2026.
Clark County childcare prices by age and care type
Median weekly and annualized (×52) prices, 2016:
| Age group | Center /wk | Center /yr | Family /wk | Family /yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–23 months) | $239 | $12,403 | $180 | $9,355 |
| Toddler (24–35 months) | $239 | $12,403 | $180 | $9,355 |
| Preschool (3–5 years) | $201 | $10,461 | $200 | $10,395 |
| School-age (before/after school) | $170 | $8,823 | $181 | $9,428 |
Source: U.S. DOL Women's Bureau — National Database of Childcare Prices (2016). Data as of June 2026.
"Center" = licensed childcare center/daycare; "Family" = home-based family childcare. Annual = weekly median × 52 weeks. Estimate — verify current prices with providers.
Clark County vs Nevada and the US
| Area | Infant (center)/yr | % of income |
|---|---|---|
| Clark County | $12,403 | 22.4% |
| Nevada (state median) | $9,112 | 16.3% |
| United States | $7,987 | — |
See the full Nevada childcare cost page for every county and age group, or use the cost calculator for your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does daycare cost in Clark County?
In Clark County, Nevada, the median price of center-based infant care is about $12,403 per year ($239 per week), based on 2016 data from the federal National Database of Childcare Prices. The Nevada state median is $9,112. Verify current local prices with providers.
Is childcare affordable in Clark County?
Median center-based infant care in Clark County is about 22.4% of the county's median household income ($55,260). The federal affordability benchmark is 7% of income, so it is far above the 7% affordability benchmark.
Is family or center childcare cheaper in Clark County?
Family (home-based) infant care in Clark County runs about $9,355 per year versus $12,403 for a center. Family care usually costs less and offers smaller groups; centers offer more structured programs and longer hours.
What year is the Clark County childcare data from?
These are 2016 median prices — the latest year Clark County appears in the federal National Database of Childcare Prices. Prices have risen since; treat these as a baseline and confirm current rates with local providers.
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Source & accuracy
Prices: U.S. DOL Women's Bureau — National Database of Childcare Prices (2016, public domain). "% of income" uses the county's median household income (American Community Survey, via the NDCP). Annualization (×52) and shares are documented on our methodology page. These are historical medians; prices have risen since 2016. Verify current local prices with providers.
Last updated: 2026-06-20