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How much does infant child care cost in Tuscaloosa, AL?

$15.69/hour

As of December 2024, the average starting cost of infants child care in Tuscaloosa, AL is $15.69 per hour. The weekly rate for infants child care in Tuscaloosa, AL is $628 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,040 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 December 2024.

Here's a comparison of infant child care costs in Tuscaloosa, AL to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring infants child care in Tuscaloosa, AL is approximately -2% lower than Alabama average starting rate of $16.01 per hour and -21% lower than the national average of $19.97.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Tuscaloosa, AL

$15.69/hr

$28.08/hr

Alabama

$16.01/hr

$25.01/hr

United States

$19.97/hr

$27.89/hr

$15.69

$28.08

Tuscaloosa, AL

$16.01

$25.01

Alabama

$19.97

$27.89

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infants child care near Tuscaloosa, AL

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable infant child care services. When evaluating infant child care pay rates in Tuscaloosa, AL 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.

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These are the most expensive cities for infants child care near Tuscaloosa, AL

You may pay more per hour for infants child care near Tuscaloosa, AL and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for infant 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 infant child care rates and hiring infants child care near Tuscaloosa, AL.

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