What are the income limits for Child Care Subsidy?

The Initial Maximum Income Eligibility Limits for Subsidized Child Care Assistance changed on July 01, 2022.

For child care, there are two income limits. One for children 5 and under also all children with special needs, and the other for children 6-12.

200% Federal Poverty Level – used at initial application  (All children ages 0-5, and All children with special needs)

Parent Fee Percentage

10% of Maximum Gross Monthly Income

Family Size

1

2

3

4

5

6

Maximum Gross Monthly Income

 $2,265

 $3,052

 $3,838

 $4,625

 $5,412

 $6,198

 

Family Size

7

8

9

10

 11 

12

Maximum Gross Monthly Income

 $6,985

 $7,772

 $8,558

 $9,345

 $10,132

 $10,918

 

133% Federal Poverty Level – used at initial application; (All children ages 6-12, No children with special needs)

Parent Fee Percentage

10% of Maximum Gross Monthly Income

Family Size

1

2

3

4

5

6

Maximum Gross Monthly Income

 $1,506

 $2,029

 $2,552

 $3,076

 $3,599

 $4,122

 

Family Size

7

8

9

10

 11 

12

Maximum Gross Monthly Income

 $4,645

 $5,168

 $5,691

 $6,214

 $6,738

 $7,261

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1. Can you recommend a Child Care provider?
2. What is the Child Care Subsidy program?
3. Do I qualify for the Child Care Subsidy program?
4. What are the income limits for Child Care Subsidy?
5. How do I apply for assistance in paying for my Child Care expenses?
6. Will DSS pay for transportation to and from providers?
7. How do I become a Child Care provider?
8. What if I have other questions about my child?