Check if you qualify in Oregon
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For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Oregon is $4,553 a month (200% of the poverty level) and the limit to stay enrolled is $7,320 (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.
Oregon Employment Related Day Care (ERDC)
Families who are working or in school whose income is below 200% of the federal poverty level may be eligible for financial help with child care costs.
This child care subsidy program is called Employment Related Day Care (ERDC). Since it is a subsidy, parents are expected to pay for some of the child care costs — known as copayment (copay).
What is the income limit for child care assistance in Oregon?
A family is considered “income eligible ” when the total gross monthly income is less than 200% of the federal poverty level at the time of initial application or $4,553 per month.
| Household Size | 200% FPLInitial Eligibility | 85% SMIRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $3,607 | $5,926 |
| 3 | $4,553 | $7,320 |
| 4 | $5,500 | $8,714 |
| 5 | $6,447 | $10,109 |
| 6 | $7,393 | $11,503 |
| 7 | $8,340 | $11,764 |
| 8 | $9,287 | $12,026 |
Families can continue to participate in the program until their income is above 250% of the federal poverty level, or 85% of state median income, whichever is higher.
How much is the ERDC copay in Oregon?
Oregon sets your monthly ERDC copay based on your countable monthly income and family size.1 For a family of three, the copay is:
| Family income | Monthly copay |
|---|---|
| ≤ 100% | $0 |
| ≤ 150% | $5 |
| ≤ 175% | $10 |
| ≤ 200% | $15 |
| ≤ 225% | $50 |
| > 225% | $110 |
How do I apply for child care assistance in Oregon?
ERDC has a waitlist for most families applying to the program. Parents may join the waitlist online, by phone, or in person at a local office.
Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care
Employment Related Day Care (ERDC)
(800) 699‑9075
Student parents who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for assistance to pay for child care costs through the Oregon Student Assistance Commission.
For more information on Student Child Care Program, contact
Peggy Cooksey, Grants Administrator
OSAC Grant Programs
(800) 452-8807 ext. 7443
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care, Copays and Billing . ↩
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