Fulton County childcare cost
Georgia · NDCP 2016 data · population ≈ 996,757
In Fulton County, Georgia, median center-based infant care costs about $9,100 per year ($175/week) — roughly 14.7% of the county's median household income ($61,794), versus the 7% federal affordability benchmark (heavy burden). The Georgia state median is $4,940; 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.
Fulton 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) | $175 | $9,100 | $145 | $7,540 |
| Toddler (24–35 months) | $165 | $8,580 | $135 | $7,020 |
| Preschool (3–5 years) | $155 | $8,060 | $130 | $6,760 |
| School-age (before/after school) | $130 | $6,760 | $125 | $6,500 |
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.
Fulton County vs Georgia and the US
| Area | Infant (center)/yr | % of income |
|---|---|---|
| Fulton County | $9,100 | 14.7% |
| Georgia (state median) | $4,940 | 9.0% |
| United States | $7,987 | — |
See the full Georgia 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 Fulton County?
In Fulton County, Georgia, the median price of center-based infant care is about $9,100 per year ($175 per week), based on 2016 data from the federal National Database of Childcare Prices. The Georgia state median is $4,940. Verify current local prices with providers.
Is childcare affordable in Fulton County?
Median center-based infant care in Fulton County is about 14.7% of the county's median household income ($61,794). The federal affordability benchmark is 7% of income, so it is roughly double the affordability benchmark.
Is family or center childcare cheaper in Fulton County?
Family (home-based) infant care in Fulton County runs about $7,540 per year versus $9,100 for a center. Family care usually costs less and offers smaller groups; centers offer more structured programs and longer hours.
What year is the Fulton County childcare data from?
These are 2016 median prices — the latest year Fulton 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