Check if you qualify in Oklahoma
Enter your household size and monthly income to see if you qualify for child care subsidy in Oklahoma. Results are instant, nothing is stored.
For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Oklahoma is $5,589 a month (85% of state median income) and the limit to stay enrolled is $5,589 (85% 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.
Oklahoma Child Care Assistance Program
According to Oklahoma Department of Human Services, income eligibility will return to 55% of State Median Income on July 1, 2026. 1
Oklahoma Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is available for children under age 13 or up to age 18 for children with special needs whose parent is either employed or enrolled in school.
The program pays for part of the child care costs, and the parent co-pays for a portion based on their income, family size and the number of children in care.
What is the income limit for child care assistance in Oklahoma?
Families may qualify if their gross household income is equal to or less than $85% of the State Median Income (SMI). For a family of three, that’s about $5,589 per month.
| Household Size | 85% SMIInitial Eligibility | 85% SMIRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $4,525 | $4,525 |
| 3 | $5,589 | $5,589 |
| 4 | $6,654 | $6,654 |
| 5 | $7,718 | $7,718 |
| 6 | $8,783 | $8,783 |
| 7 | $8,983 | $8,983 |
| 8 | $9,182 | $9,182 |
What is the Family Share for child care assistance in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma sets your monthly Family Share copayment based on your household’s adjusted monthly income and family size, and you pay it directly to your provider.2 For a family of three, the copayment is:
| Family income | Monthly copay |
|---|---|
| ≤ 80% | $0 |
| ≤ 105% | $128 to $159 |
| ≤ 136% | $176 to $209 |
| ≤ 168% | $226 to $259 |
| > 168% | $276 |
How do I apply for child care assistance in Oklahoma?
Parents and guardians applying for subsidy for the first time may apply in person, by email or online at OKDHSLive.org , and select Child Care from the Key Information list.
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
Child Care Subsidy Program
(405) 521-3431
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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OKDHS . Effective July 1, 2026: SMI Eligibility Realignment. ↩
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Oklahoma Human Services, Child Care Eligibility/Copayment Chart (Appendix C-4) , effective October 1, 2026. ↩
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