2026 Maryland Child Care Demographics
Data and Experience
for
Better Child Care Policy
MFN connects what’s happening in communities with data and practical insight—so policy decisions work in real life. MFN’s annual Child Care Demographics report is an essential reference for anyone committed to improving Maryland’s child care landscape. The report includes statewide and county-by-county data, including:
- Cost of Child Care & Availability
- Child Poverty Rates
- Family Income Benchmarks
Child Care Demographics empowers policymakers and advocates to move beyond anecdotes and pair lived experiences with data so Maryland can invest in solutions that last. For inquiries about the report, please contact our Public Policy team or your regional Child Care Resource Center.
Maryland Statewide Demographics Report
Child care is consistently among the top three expenses for Maryland families with young children. In some jurisdictions, families spend up to 30% of their household income on care. help build strong futures for Maryland’s children.
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