Childcare Cost in Georgia (2026)
Infant daycare in Georgia averages $13,250/year ($1,104/month) — 23% below the national average.
Childcare Costs by Georgia Metro Area
| City | Daycare (Infant) | Nanny (Infant) | Nanny Share | Au Pair |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $13,250 | $47,470 | $31,640 | $22,000 |
Georgia Childcare Assistance & Subsidies
Georgia Pre-K & CAPS
Georgia offers free universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds since 1995 plus CAPS subsidies for working families.
State Tax Benefits
Georgia does not offer a separate state childcare tax credit.
Learn more in our Childcare Tax Benefits Guide or the full Georgia Childcare Subsidies Guide.
Georgia Childcare Costs in Context
In Georgia, the Atlanta metro is the market we track, where infant daycare averages about $13,250/year — 23% below the national average of $17,260.
That ranks Georgia #27 of the 28 states in our dataset for infant daycare cost. With daycare below $22,000/year statewide, a flat-rate au pair (~$22,000/year) is rarely the cheapest option in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does daycare cost in Georgia?
Infant daycare in Georgia averages $13,250 per year ($1,104/month). This is 23% below the national average of $17,260 (Care.com 2026 Cost of Care Report).
What childcare subsidies are available in Georgia?
Georgia offers the Georgia Pre-K & CAPS. Georgia offers free universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds since 1995 plus CAPS subsidies for working families. Georgia does not offer a separate state childcare tax credit.
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