Licensed Daycare in Las Vegas, Nevada

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Las Vegas, Nevada?

Our directory lists 257 licensed childcare centers in Las Vegas, Nevada, sourced from Nevada 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.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Las Vegas?

Statewide averages in Nevada run roughly $1090/month for infants and $820/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 Las Vegas daycares?

All licensed Nevada centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Las Vegas typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Las Vegas?

Nevada families can apply for Nevada Child Care and Development Program (intake: (702) 486-9100). 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.

257

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,090/mo

Nevada avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Las Vegas

ChildCare Aware reports the Nevada average full-time cost at $1,090/month for infant care and $820/month for preschool. City-level prices in Las Vegas 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. Nevada families may also qualify for Nevada Child Care and Development Program (intake: (702) 486-9100).

Full Nevada licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Nevada DHHS — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 71 kids

ZIP codes covered

89121 18 89130 12 89119 12 89104 12 89124 11 89120 11 89118 11 89113 11

Program types in Las Vegas

Preschool Program

33 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

33 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

32 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

32 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

32 centers

Head Start Center

32 centers

How many licensed daycare centers are in Las Vegas, Nevada?

Our directory lists 257 licensed childcare centers in Las Vegas, Nevada, sourced from Nevada 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 Las Vegas?

Statewide averages in Nevada run roughly $1090/month for infants and $820/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 Las Vegas daycares?

All licensed Nevada centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Las Vegas typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Las Vegas?

Nevada families can apply for Nevada Child Care and Development Program (intake: (702) 486-9100). 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 Las Vegas daycare's license?

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