Licensed Daycare in Carlsbad, New Mexico
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.
Childcare costs in Carlsbad
ChildCare Aware reports the New Mexico average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Carlsbad 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. New Mexico families may also qualify for NM Child Care Assistance Program (intake: (800) 832-1321).
Full New Mexico licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD)
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 75 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Carlsbad
All Carlsbad licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Active Kids Albuquerque #136
Carlsbad
Hobbs Primrose School #49
Carlsbad
Jumping Jacks Roswell #47
Carlsbad
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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Search 3 Licensed Centers in Carlsbad
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