Licensed Daycare in Bismarck, North Dakota
2 licensed daycares in Bismarck, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official North Dakota licensing records.
Bismarck listings updated May 2026 from official North Dakota records.
Daycare in Bismarck: what parents should know
Families in Bismarck can choose from 2 licensed childcare providers, with Montessori the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current North Dakota license at indexing time, sourced from North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services.
Licensed care in Bismarck spans 4+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute.
In total, Bismarck providers are approved for approximately 101 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Bismarck childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Bismarck
ChildCare Aware reports the North Dakota average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Bismarck vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. North Dakota families may also qualify for North Dakota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 755-2716).
Full North Dakota licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 50 kids
Program types in Bismarck
Largest licensed centers in Bismarck
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Bismarck licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Bismarck
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programNorth Dakota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 755-2716 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Bismarck, North Dakota are compiled from official North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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