Frequently Asked Questions
How many daycares are there in Illinois?
There are 9,789 daycares in Illinois, based on CareLuLu data. This includes 6,829 home-based programs and 2,960 centers.
How much does daycare cost in Illinois?
The cost of daycare in Illinois is $910 per month. This is the average price for full-time, based on CareLuLu data, including homes and centers.
How many daycares accept infants in Illinois?
Based on CareLuLu data, 5,839 daycares care for infants (as well as toddlers). This includes 4,785 home-based programs and 1,054 centers.
How many daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Illinois?
Based on CareLuLu data, 3,084 daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Illinois.
How many daycares teach a foreign language in Illinois (Spanish, French, Chinese, etc.)?
Based on CareLuLu data, 1,872 daycares speak at least one foreign language. Spoken languages include Spanish, Polish, French, Hindi and Chinese.