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Licensed Daycare in Alma, Nebraska

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

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Alma daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Alma typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Alma?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Nebraska avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Alma

ChildCare Aware reports the Nebraska average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Alma 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. Nebraska families may also qualify for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278).

Full Nebraska licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 107 kids

ZIP codes covered

68920 2

Program types in Alma

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Alma licensed centers

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N Group Care

North Platte ABC Childcare #65

Alma

School Age (5+) Cap 96

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Omaha #139

Alma

2 years - 12 years Cap 119

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Alma, Nebraska?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Alma, Nebraska, sourced from Nebraska DHHS — 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 Alma?

Statewide averages in Nebraska run roughly $970/month for infants and $720/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 Alma daycares?

All licensed Nebraska centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Alma typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Alma?

Nebraska families can apply for Nebraska Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (800) 383-4278). 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 Alma daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Nebraska DHHS — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.