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Licensed Daycare in Mobile, Alabama

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

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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 Mobile daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Mobile typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mobile?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$820/mo

Alabama avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mobile

ChildCare Aware reports the Alabama average full-time cost at $820/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Mobile 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. Alabama families may also qualify for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694).

Full Alabama licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

36609 6 36693 5 36606 5 36605 5 36604 5 36695 4 36619 4 36618 4

Program types in Mobile

Montessori School

8 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

8 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

7 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

7 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

7 centers

Before & After School Care

7 centers

All Mobile licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Auburn Generations Daycare #103

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 61

A Infant Care

Auburn Panda Kids Academy #95

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

F Infant Care

First Steps Birmingham #111

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 95

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Mobile #111

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 22

H Infant Care

Happy Days Gadsden Daycare #87

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 25

J Infant Care

Jumping Jacks Birmingham #119

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 72

M Infant Care

Mobile Bright Futures Daycare #103

Mobile

Preschool (2-5) Cap 65

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 Mobile, Alabama?

Our directory lists 56 licensed childcare centers in Mobile, Alabama, sourced from Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division. 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 Mobile?

Statewide averages in Alabama run roughly $820/month for infants and $660/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 Mobile daycares?

All licensed Alabama centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Mobile typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mobile?

Alabama families can apply for Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694). 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 Mobile daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.