States use different names, but licensed child care falls into three groups.
| State | Centers and programs | Family homes | Data date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9,599 | 3,319 | 2026-11-05 |
| California | 13,263 | 14,925 | 2026-11-06 |
| New York | 4,818 | 11,871 | 2026-11-05 |
| Pennsylvania | 5,955 | 1,554 | 2026-10-29 |
| Illinois | 2,828 | 5,600 | 2026-11-06 |
| Michigan | 4,549 | 3,151 | 2026-11-06 |
| New Jersey | 4,091 | 0 | 2026-10-06 |
| Washington | 2,481 | 0 | 2026-10-05 |
| Massachusetts | 3,018 | 5,841 | 2026-10-29 |
Child care centers
Care in a non-residential building, usually with rooms by age and several staff. Includes stand-alone daycares, church-based programs and chains.
School-age programs
Before- and after-school and summer care for children in school. See after-school programs.
Family child care homes
Care for a small group in the provider's own home. Many states license small and large (or "group") homes separately. We list homes without a street address, on city pages only.
We are an independent guide, not a government website. Verify licensing with the state before you enroll: each state page links to the official search.