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Licensed Daycare in Salem, Nebraska

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

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/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 Salem daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Salem typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Salem?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Nebraska avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Salem

ChildCare Aware reports the Nebraska average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Salem 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. Nebraska families may also qualify for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278).

Full Nebraska licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 53 kids

ZIP codes covered

68433 1

Program types in Salem

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

All Salem licensed centers

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J Licensed Center

Jumping Jacks Kearney #80

Salem

Infants & Toddlers Cap 53

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Salem, Nebraska?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Salem, Nebraska, sourced from Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing. 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 Salem?

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/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 Salem daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Salem typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Salem?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). 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 Salem daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.