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Weekly Child-Care Cost Estimator
Tally weekly child-care costs across base care, sitters, backup, and fees.
Privacy: This App does not send or save your entries. Do not enter passwords, codes, full account numbers, or private identifiers.
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Source notes
- U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau / ChildCare.gov — Child Care Costs
Child care is one of the largest household expenses for families with young children, and backup care adds unexpected cost.
Reviewed 2026-10-10. Local rates vary widely; use actual provider quotes for your own budget.
What this App does not do
This adds numbers you enter. It does not verify rates or select providers.
This free App has no paid features. It does not contact an agency, employer, bank, seller, provider, or other person.