Daycare Cost in Fayetteville, NC (2026)
Infant center-based care averages $840/month in Fayetteville. 32% below national avg. Toddler care runs $740/month, preschool $630/month.
Fayetteville average monthly daycare costs
Infant (center)
$840
32% below national avg
Toddler (center)
$740
$8,880/year
Preschool (center)
$630
$7,560/year
School Age
$520
Before/after school care
Home-Based
$650
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.
Fayetteville vs. North Carolina vs. National Average
How Fayetteville compares to the state and national averages for each age group.
| Age / Care Type | Fayetteville |
|---|---|
| Infant — Center-Based | $840/mo |
| Toddler — Center-Based | $740/mo |
| Preschool — Center | $630/mo |
| School Age — Center | $520/mo |
| Infant — Home-Based | $650/mo |
| Nanny (Full-Time) | $1,940/mo |
Annual Daycare Cost in Fayetteville
Full-time infant center care in Fayetteville costs $10,080/year. At the national average that's $14,760/year — Fayetteville families pay $4,680 less per year for infant care.
Infant / year
$10,080
Toddler / year
$8,880
Preschool / year
$7,560
School Age / year
$6,240
Childcare Subsidies in North Carolina
North Carolina 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 Fayetteville
How much does daycare cost in Fayetteville?
Infant center-based daycare in Fayetteville averages $840/month in 2026. That's $390 below the national average of $1230/month — more affordable than many major metros.
How does Fayetteville compare to the North Carolina state average?
Fayetteville infant daycare runs about $110/month (12%) below the North Carolina statewide average of $950/month. See all daycare costs in North Carolina.
Does daycare get cheaper as my child gets older in Fayetteville?
Yes. In Fayetteville: infant care ($840/month) → toddler care ($740/month, 12% drop) → preschool ($630/month, 25% drop from infant) → school age ($520/month, 38% drop from infant). Staffing ratio requirements loosen as children age, reducing per-child costs.
Is a nanny cheaper than daycare in Fayetteville?
For one child, no — a full-time nanny in Fayetteville averages $1,940/month versus $840/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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