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Licensed Daycare in Hermiston, Oregon

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

Statewide averages in Oregon run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Hermiston daycares?

All licensed Oregon centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hermiston typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Hermiston?

Oregon families can apply for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,380/mo

Oregon avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Hermiston

ChildCare Aware reports the Oregon average full-time cost at $1,380/month for infant care and $1,080/month for preschool. City-level prices in Hermiston 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. Oregon families may also qualify for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074).

Full Oregon licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

97838 5

Program types in Hermiston

Licensed Child Care Center

2 centers

Head Start Center

2 centers

All Hermiston licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Medford #35

Hermiston

2 years - 12 years Cap 116

A Licensed Center

Albany Kids First Academy #13

Hermiston

Infants & Toddlers Cap 86

L Licensed Center

Little Genius Hillsboro #57

Hermiston

Infants & Toddlers Cap 20

S Head Start

Salem Precious Moments #79

Hermiston

2 years - 12 years Cap 51

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Hermiston, Oregon?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Hermiston, Oregon, sourced from Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC). 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 Hermiston?

Statewide averages in Oregon run roughly $1380/month for infants and $1080/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 Hermiston daycares?

All licensed Oregon centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Hermiston typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Hermiston?

Oregon families can apply for Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) (intake: (800) 699-9074). 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 Hermiston daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.