Licensed Daycare in Zcta 838hh, Idaho

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Zcta 838hh?

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Zcta 838hh daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Zcta 838hh typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Zcta 838hh?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). 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

$900/mo

Idaho avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Zcta 838hh

ChildCare Aware reports the Idaho average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $700/month for preschool. City-level prices in Zcta 838hh 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. Idaho families may also qualify for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212).

Full Idaho licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 89 kids

ZIP codes covered

838HH 4

Program types in Zcta 838hh

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

All Zcta 838hh licensed centers

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F Group Care

First Steps Pocatello #12

Zcta 838hh

School Age (5+) Cap 94

M Group Care

Moscow Primrose School #71

Zcta 838hh

School Age (5+) Cap 117

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Zcta 838hh, Idaho?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Zcta 838hh, Idaho, sourced from Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — 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 Zcta 838hh?

Statewide averages in Idaho run roughly $900/month for infants and $700/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 Zcta 838hh daycares?

All licensed Idaho centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Zcta 838hh typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Zcta 838hh?

Idaho families can apply for Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) (intake: (208) 332-7212). 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 Zcta 838hh daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Idaho Department of Health and Welfare — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.