NH families are paying more for childcare with fewer quality options, new NHFPI report finds

In a new report released Tuesday, the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute dissected the latest data from Child Care Aware of America to assess how the state’s childcare offerings and costs have changed over the years. The analysis shows that Granite State families are facing increased economic strain due to rising childcare costs and reduced access to quality care. 

“Child care remains one of the largest expenses many New Hampshire families face, particularly for households with multiple young children,” said NHFPI Senior Policy Analyst Dow Drukker, author of the analysis. “As costs continue to rise and provider options decline, many families are forced to make difficult decisions about work, finances, and care options.”