Childcare Cost in Oregon (2026)
Infant daycare in Oregon averages $25,040/year ($2,087/month) — 45% above the national average.
Childcare Costs by Oregon Metro Area
| City | Daycare (Infant) | Nanny (Infant) | Nanny Share | Au Pair |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $25,040 | $49,570 | $33,040 | $22,000 |
Oregon Childcare Assistance & Subsidies
Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC)
Oregon's ERDC provides childcare subsidies to working families earning below 185% of the federal poverty level.
State Tax Benefits
Oregon offers a Working Family Household and Dependent Care Credit worth up to 40% of the federal credit.
Learn more in our Childcare Tax Benefits Guide or the full Oregon Childcare Subsidies Guide.
Oregon Childcare Costs in Context
In Oregon, the Portland metro is the market we track, where infant daycare averages about $25,040/year — 45% above the national average of $17,260.
That ranks Oregon #5 of the 28 states in our dataset for infant daycare cost. In Oregon, a flat-rate au pair (~$22,000/year) can actually cost less than a daycare center.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does daycare cost in Oregon?
Infant daycare in Oregon averages $25,040 per year ($2,087/month). This is 45% above the national average of $17,260 (Care.com 2026 Cost of Care Report).
What childcare subsidies are available in Oregon?
Oregon offers the Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC). Oregon's ERDC provides childcare subsidies to working families earning below 185% of the federal poverty level. Oregon offers a Working Family Household and Dependent Care Credit worth up to 40% of the federal credit.
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