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Licensed Daycare in Houck, Arizona

9 licensed daycares in Houck, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Arizona licensing records.

9
Licensed Centers
9
Family Homes
$1,050/mo
Arizona avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Houck listings updated May 2026 from official Arizona records.

Daycare in Houck: what parents should know

Houck has 9 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Arizona license at indexing time, sourced from Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing.

About 100% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Combined, Houck's licensed centers hold about 657 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Houck childcare by the numbers

9
Licensed providers
657
Licensed child seats
9
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Houck

ChildCare Aware reports the Arizona average full-time cost at $1,050/month for infant care and $780/month for preschool. City-level prices in Houck 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. Arizona families may also qualify for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248).

Full Arizona licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio
1:5
Toddler ratio
1:8
Preschool ratio
1:13
Avg capacity
73 kids

ZIP codes covered

Program types in Houck

Largest licensed centers in Houck

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Houck, Arizona?
Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Houck, Arizona, sourced from Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing. 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 Houck?
Statewide averages in Arizona run roughly $1050/month for infants and $780/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 Houck daycares?
All licensed Arizona centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Houck typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Houck?
Arizona families can apply for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248). 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 Houck daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Houck

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

AZ DES Child Care Assistance can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(602) 542-4248 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Houck, Arizona are compiled from official Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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