Daycare Cost in El Paso, TX (2026)
Infant center-based care averages $790/month in El Paso. 36% below national avg. Toddler care runs $700/month, preschool $600/month.
El Paso average monthly daycare costs
Infant (center)
$790
36% below national avg
Toddler (center)
$700
$8,400/year
Preschool (center)
$600
$7,200/year
School Age
$490
Before/after school care
Home-Based
$620
Family home, infant rate
Nanny
$1,940
Full-time, metro avg
Source: ACF Child Care Market Rate Survey + metro cost-of-living adjustment. 2026 estimates.
El Paso vs. Texas vs. National Average
How El Paso compares to the state and national averages for each age group.
| Age / Care Type | El Paso |
|---|---|
| Infant — Center-Based | $790/mo |
| Toddler — Center-Based | $700/mo |
| Preschool — Center | $600/mo |
| School Age — Center | $490/mo |
| Infant — Home-Based | $620/mo |
| Nanny (Full-Time) | $1,940/mo |
Annual Daycare Cost in El Paso
Full-time infant center care in El Paso costs $9,480/year. At the national average that's $14,760/year — El Paso families pay $5,280 less per year for infant care.
Infant / year
$9,480
Toddler / year
$8,400
Preschool / year
$7,200
School Age / year
$5,880
Childcare Subsidies in Texas
Texas participates in the federal CCDF (Child Care and Development Fund) program. A family of 4 earning up to $5,400/month may qualify for subsidized care. The maximum subsidy for infant care is up to $680/month.
Common Questions About Daycare Costs in El Paso
How much does daycare cost in El Paso?
Infant center-based daycare in El Paso averages $790/month in 2026. That's $440 below the national average of $1230/month — more affordable than many major metros.
How does El Paso compare to the Texas state average?
El Paso infant daycare runs about $110/month (12%) below the Texas statewide average of $900/month. See all daycare costs in Texas.
Does daycare get cheaper as my child gets older in El Paso?
Yes. In El Paso: infant care ($790/month) → toddler care ($700/month, 11% drop) → preschool ($600/month, 24% drop from infant) → school age ($490/month, 38% drop from infant). Staffing ratio requirements loosen as children age, reducing per-child costs.
Is a nanny cheaper than daycare in El Paso?
For one child, no — a full-time nanny in El Paso averages $1,940/month versus $790/month for center-based infant care. For two children sharing a nanny, the equation can flip. Use the daycare vs nanny calculator.
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