Frequently Asked Questions
How many daycares are there in Chicago?
There are 2,563 daycares in Chicago, based on CareLuLu data. This includes 1,822 home-based programs and 741 centers.
How much does daycare cost in Chicago?
The cost of daycare in Chicago is $1,789 per month. This is the average price for full-time, based on CareLuLu data, including homes and centers.
How many daycares accept infants in Chicago?
Based on CareLuLu data, 1,164 daycares care for infants (as well as toddlers). This includes 899 home-based programs and 265 centers.
How many daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Chicago?
Based on CareLuLu data, 937 daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Chicago.
How many daycares teach a foreign language in Chicago (Spanish, French, Chinese, etc.)?
Based on CareLuLu data, 771 daycares speak at least one foreign language. Most common languages include Spanish, Chinese, Polish, French and Mandarin.