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Licensed Daycare in Yakima, Washington

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

Statewide averages in Washington run roughly $1480/month for infants and $1100/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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Yakima?

Washington families can apply for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,480/mo

Washington avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Yakima

ChildCare Aware reports the Washington average full-time cost at $1,480/month for infant care and $1,100/month for preschool. City-level prices in Yakima 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. Washington families may also qualify for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233).

Full Washington licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 58 kids

ZIP codes covered

98902 38 98908 20 98901 19 98907 1 98903 1

All Yakima licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

EPIC-JEFFERSON

Yakima

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 100

E Licensed Center

ESD 105 EARLY LEARNING EAST YAKIMA

Yakima

Infants & Toddlers Cap 80

G Licensed Center

GROWING HOPE CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Yakima

1 month — 6 years 0 months Cap 109

J Licensed Center

JEWETT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 77

J Licensed Center

JOYFUL NOISE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Yakima

1 month — 8 years 0 months Cap 53

K Licensed Center

KATHYS EARLY LEARNING LLC

Yakima

Infants & Toddlers Cap 61

K Licensed Center

KIDS CLUB LEARNING CENTER

Yakima

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 52

K Licensed Center

KIDS HOUSE LLC

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 73

K Licensed Center

KIMBERLY'S EARLY LEARNING CENTER LLC

Yakima

birth — 13 years 0 months Cap 45

K Licensed Center

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER LLC #301031

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 164

K Licensed Center

KIX KORNER CHILDCARE LLC

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 57

K Licensed Center

KIX KORNER LLC

Yakima

School Age (5+) Cap 39

L Licensed Center

LA PETITE EARLY LEARNING CENTER LLC

Yakima

Infants & Toddlers Cap 70

L Licensed Center

LEAP AHEAD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 117

L Licensed Center

LEAP AHEAD ON 21ST

Yakima

1 month — 13 years 0 months Cap 126

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Yakima, Washington?

Our directory lists 63 licensed childcare centers in Yakima, Washington, sourced from Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). 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 Yakima?

Statewide averages in Washington run roughly $1480/month for infants and $1100/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 Yakima daycares?

All licensed Washington centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Yakima typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Yakima?

Washington families can apply for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) (intake: (877) 501-2233). 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 Yakima daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.