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Licensed Daycare in Wagner, South Dakota

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

Statewide averages in South Dakota run roughly $840/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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Wagner?

South Dakota families can apply for South Dakota CCAP (intake: (800) 227-3020). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$840/mo

South Dakota avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Wagner

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 Wagner 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 overview

Quick facts

State regulator: South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 22 kids

ZIP codes covered

57380 1

Program types in Wagner

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Wagner licensed centers

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B Head Start

Brookings Little Angels #41

Wagner

2 years - 12 years Cap 22

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Wagner, South Dakota?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Wagner, South Dakota, sourced from South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services. 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 Wagner?

Statewide averages in South Dakota run roughly $840/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 Wagner daycares?

All licensed South Dakota centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Wagner typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Wagner?

South Dakota families can apply for South Dakota CCAP (intake: (800) 227-3020). 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 Wagner daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.