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Childcare costs rising faster than rent, new research shows

CBS News · October 21, 2026 at 8:29 PM

U.S. families are struggling to afford childcare as costs rise faster than rent, with nearly 8% of households paying over $2,000 a month on daycare, nanny services and other programs.

CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has the story.

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Childcare costs are growing faster than rent in the U.S.

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Childcare costs rising faster than rent, new research shows

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Childcare costs are growing faster than rent in the U.S.

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