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How much does child care cost in Colorado Springs, CO?

$17.91/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of child care providers in Colorado Springs, CO is $17.91 per hour. The weekly rate for child care providers in Colorado Springs, CO is $716 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,328 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in November 2024.

Here's a comparison of child care costs in Colorado Springs, CO to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring child care providers in Colorado Springs, CO is approximately -12% lower than Colorado average starting rate of $20.36 per hour and -6% lower than the national average of $19.05.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Colorado Springs, CO

$17.91/hr

$25.73/hr

Colorado

$20.36/hr

$27.73/hr

United States

$19.05/hr

$26.78/hr

$17.91

$25.73

Colorado Springs, CO

$20.36

$27.73

Colorado

$19.05

$26.78

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for child care providers near Colorado Springs, CO

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable child care services. When evaluating child care pay rates in Colorado Springs, CO and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Penrose, CO

$13.71/hr

$18.57/hr

Divide, CO

$13.83/hr

$20.83/hr

Florissant, CO

$14.80/hr

$17.20/hr

Calhan, CO

$15.89/hr

$20.00/hr

Elbert, CO

$16.67/hr

$27.83/hr

These are the most expensive cities for child care providers near Colorado Springs, CO

You may pay more per hour for child care providers near Colorado Springs, CO and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for child care services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing child care rates and hiring child care providers near Colorado Springs, CO.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Palmer Lake, CO

$19.60/hr

$28.60/hr

USAF Academy, CO

$19.14/hr

$28.86/hr

Woodland Park, CO

$18.64/hr

$27.71/hr

Peyton, CO

$18.18/hr

$25.26/hr

Manitou Springs, CO

$17.90/hr

$27.90/hr

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