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How much does child care cost in Rochester, MN?

$18.40/hour

As of June 2025, the average starting cost of child care providers in Rochester, MN is $18.40 per hour. The weekly rate for child care providers in Rochester, MN is $736 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,392 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates reported by service providers listed on Care.com. Last updated in June 2025.

Here's a comparison of child care costs in Rochester, MN to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring child care providers in Rochester, MN is approximately -1% lower than Minnesota average starting rate of $18.61 per hour and -6% lower than the national average of $19.53.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Rochester, MN

$18.40/hr

$26.81/hr

Minnesota

$18.61/hr

$25.79/hr

United States

$19.53/hr

$26.90/hr

$18.40

$26.81

Rochester, MN

$18.61

$25.79

Minnesota

$19.53

$26.90

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for child care providers near Rochester, MN

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable child care services. When evaluating child care pay rates in Rochester, MN and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Kenyon, MN

$15.50/hr

$18.50/hr

Stewartville, MN

$17.33/hr

$21.00/hr

Pine Island, MN

$17.38/hr

$38.75/hr

Zumbrota, MN

$17.86/hr

$24.29/hr

Byron, MN

$19.11/hr

$25.78/hr

These are the most expensive cities for child care providers near Rochester, MN

You may pay more per hour for child care providers near Rochester, MN and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for child care services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing child care rates and hiring child care providers near Rochester, MN.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Byron, MN

$19.11/hr

$25.78/hr

Zumbrota, MN

$17.86/hr

$24.29/hr

Pine Island, MN

$17.38/hr

$38.75/hr

Stewartville, MN

$17.33/hr

$21.00/hr

Kenyon, MN

$15.50/hr

$18.50/hr

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    Byron, MNStewartville, MNPine Island, MNZumbrota, MNKenyon, MN