Licensed Daycare in Carter, South Dakota
Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.
Childcare costs in Carter
ChildCare Aware reports the South Dakota average full-time cost at $840/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Carter 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. South Dakota families may also qualify for South Dakota CCAP (intake: (800) 227-3020).
Full South Dakota licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 120 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Carter
All Carter licensed centers
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