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Licensed Daycare in Williamson, Iowa

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Williamson?

Statewide averages in Iowa run roughly $910/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Williamson daycares?

All licensed Iowa centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Williamson typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Williamson?

Iowa families can apply for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$910/mo

Iowa avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Williamson

ChildCare Aware reports the Iowa average full-time cost at $910/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Williamson 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. Iowa families may also qualify for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017).

Full Iowa licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 75 kids

ZIP codes covered

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Program types in Williamson

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Williamson licensed centers

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Williamson

School Age (5+) Cap 75

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Williamson, Iowa?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Williamson, Iowa, sourced from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Williamson?

Statewide averages in Iowa run roughly $910/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Williamson daycares?

All licensed Iowa centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Williamson typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Williamson?

Iowa families can apply for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Williamson daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.