Vermont Childcare Tax Credits (2026)
Federal Child and Dependent Care Credit, Vermont state credit, and CCDF subsidy eligibility in one place.
20–35%
Federal credit rate
50% of federal credit
Vermont state credit
$7,200/mo
CCDF income limit (family of 4)
Federal Child Care Tax Credit Calculator
Rates are the same nationwide — income determines your percentage (20–35%).
Your Estimated Federal Credit (Form 2441)
Credit Rate
Qualifying Expenses
Estimated Federal Credit
With FSA: Your $5,000 FSA reduces the credit's eligible expense base.
Vermont State Child Care Tax Credit
+
50% of federal credit
Refundable
Vermont's Child and Dependent Care Credit is 50% of the federal credit. Fully refundable.
State tax laws change. Verify with the Vermont Department of Revenue before filing.
Vermont Childcare Subsidy (CCDF)
Low- and moderate-income families may qualify for subsidized care through the federal CCDF program.
Income limit (family of 4)
$7,200/month
Max subsidy (infant center)
$1,000/month
Coverage of average infant cost
67%
Apply through
Vermont Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFAP) →
Average Daycare Costs in Vermont (2026)
Infant center care
$1,500/month
Toddler center care
$1,320/month
Preschool center care
$1,120/month