Check if you qualify in Nevada
Enter your household size and monthly income to see if you qualify for child care subsidy in Nevada. Results are instant, nothing is stored.
For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Nevada is $2,889 a month (41% of state median income) and the limit to stay enrolled is $3,453 (49% of state median income).
This is an estimate based on gross monthly income and household size. It does not include copayments, waitlists, or other rules, and your state agency makes the final decision.
Nevada Child Care Fund
The State of Nevada has launched the new Nevada Child Care Fund to assist low-income families with children in obtaining child care so they can work and earn a living, including families receiving Nevada’s TANF and those transitioning from public assistance.
The program helps pay licensed child care providers on behalf of eligible families. Parents are responsible only for a small co-payment of $0, $90, or $150 per month, depending on their income and household size.
What is the income limit for child care assistance in Nevada?
For new applicants, the income limit for child care assistance in Nevada is 41% of the State Median Income (SMI), which is approximately $2,889 or less per month for a family of three. The eligibility threshold is higher for renewals. 1
| Household Size | 41% SMIInitial Eligibility | 49% SMIRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $2,339 | $2,796 |
| 3 | $2,889 | $3,453 |
| 4 | $3,440 | $4,111 |
| 5 | $3,990 | $4,769 |
| 6 | $4,541 | $5,427 |
| 7 | $4,644 | $5,550 |
| 8 | $4,747 | $5,673 |
How much is the copay for the Nevada Child Care Fund?
Nevada charges a flat monthly copayment based on your household size and monthly income. Families can apply with income up to 41% of State Median Income and renew with income up to 49%.2 For a family of three, the copayment is:
| Family income | Monthly copay |
|---|---|
| ≤ 102% | $0 |
| ≤ 130% | $90 |
| ≤ 152% (renewal only) | $150 |
How do I apply for child care assistance in Nevada?
Families may apply for child care assistance for their child and receive a formal evaluation through Access Nevada , the official online portal for Nevada residents to apply for public assistance programs.
Please note that your application will be forwarded to Las Vegas Urban League if you are applying from Southern Nevada, Clark and Nye County. All other counties applications will be sent to The Children’s Cabinet.
Northern & Rural Nevada
The Children’s Cabinet
(775) 856-6200
Southern Nevada
Las Vegas Urban League
(702) 473-9400
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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NV.gov . Renewal applicants will continue to be eligible if their household income is at or below 49% of the State Median Income (SMI). ↩
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Nevada Division of Social Services, Policy Transmittal CC PT 06-25: Child Care and Development Program Household Size and Monthly Income Chart , effective October 1, 2025. ↩
About this information
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The information is provided for general guidance and is not legal or financial advice. The administering agency makes the final determination of eligibility and benefit amounts. To report an error, please contact us.
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- Ada Hu