Daycare Cost in Montgomery, AL (2026)
Infant center-based care averages $630/month in Montgomery. 49% below national avg. Toddler care runs $560/month, preschool $470/month.
Montgomery average monthly daycare costs
Infant (center)
$630
49% below national avg
Toddler (center)
$560
$6,720/year
Preschool (center)
$470
$5,640/year
School Age
$390
Before/after school care
Home-Based
$430
Family home, infant rate
Nanny
$1,620
Full-time, metro avg
Source: ACF Child Care Market Rate Survey + metro cost-of-living adjustment. 2026 estimates.
Montgomery vs. Alabama vs. National Average
How Montgomery compares to the state and national averages for each age group.
| Age / Care Type | Montgomery |
|---|---|
| Infant — Center-Based | $630/mo |
| Toddler — Center-Based | $560/mo |
| Preschool — Center | $470/mo |
| School Age — Center | $390/mo |
| Infant — Home-Based | $430/mo |
| Nanny (Full-Time) | $1,620/mo |
Annual Daycare Cost in Montgomery
Full-time infant center care in Montgomery costs $7,560/year. At the national average that's $14,760/year — Montgomery families pay $7,200 less per year for infant care.
Infant / year
$7,560
Toddler / year
$6,720
Preschool / year
$5,640
School Age / year
$4,680
Childcare Subsidies in Alabama
Alabama participates in the federal CCDF (Child Care and Development Fund) program. A family of 4 earning up to $4,800/month may qualify for subsidized care. The maximum subsidy for infant care is up to $500/month.
Common Questions About Daycare Costs in Montgomery
How much does daycare cost in Montgomery?
Infant center-based daycare in Montgomery averages $630/month in 2026. That's $600 below the national average of $1230/month — more affordable than many major metros.
How does Montgomery compare to the Alabama state average?
Montgomery infant daycare runs about $70/month (10%) below the Alabama statewide average of $700/month. See all daycare costs in Alabama.
Does daycare get cheaper as my child gets older in Montgomery?
Yes. In Montgomery: infant care ($630/month) → toddler care ($560/month, 11% drop) → preschool ($470/month, 25% drop from infant) → school age ($390/month, 38% drop from infant). Staffing ratio requirements loosen as children age, reducing per-child costs.
Is a nanny cheaper than daycare in Montgomery?
For one child, no — a full-time nanny in Montgomery averages $1,620/month versus $630/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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