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How much does in home child care cost in Temple, TX?

$15.44/hour

As of June 2025, the average starting cost of in home child care in Temple, TX is $15.44 per hour. The weekly rate for in home child care in Temple, TX is $618 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,007 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 in home child care costs in Temple, TX to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring in home child care in Temple, TX is approximately -14% lower than Texas average starting rate of $17.93 per hour and -20% lower than the national average of $19.32.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Temple, TX

$15.44/hr

$23.67/hr

Texas

$17.93/hr

$25.51/hr

United States

$19.32/hr

$26.26/hr

$15.44

$23.67

Temple, TX

$17.93

$25.51

Texas

$19.32

$26.26

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for in home child care near Temple, TX

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable in home child care services. When evaluating in home child care pay rates in Temple, TX 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)

Killeen, TX

$14.24/hr

$20.24/hr

Harker Heights, TX

$14.83/hr

$21.67/hr

Belton, TX

$17.71/hr

$25.00/hr

These are the most expensive cities for in home child care near Temple, TX

You may pay more per hour for in home child care near Temple, TX and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for in home 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 in home child care rates and hiring in home child care near Temple, TX.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Belton, TX

$17.71/hr

$25.00/hr

Harker Heights, TX

$14.83/hr

$21.67/hr

Killeen, TX

$14.24/hr

$20.24/hr

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