Check if you qualify in Wyoming
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For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Wyoming is $3,984 a month (175% of the poverty level) and the limit to stay enrolled is $5,123 (225% of the poverty level).
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.
Wyoming Child Care Subsidy Program
Wyoming’s Child Care Subsidy Program helps low-income families in the state pay for child care while parents are working, in school, or participating in training.
Since it is a subsidy, 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 Wyoming?
Eligibility is based on the family’s gross income and household size. In Wyoming, eligibility at initial application is capped at 175% of the federal poverty level.
Families with monthly incomes under 100% of the federal poverty level, or about $2,277 for a family of three, are exempt from co-payments or family contributions.
| Household Size | 175% FPLInitial Eligibility | 225% FPLRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $3,156 | $4,058 |
| 3 | $3,984 | $5,123 |
| 4 | $4,813 | $6,188 |
| 5 | $5,641 | $7,253 |
| 6 | $6,469 | $8,318 |
| 7 | $7,298 | $9,383 |
| 8 | $8,126 | $10,448 |
How much is the family share for child care in Wyoming?
Wyoming requires families to pay a daily copay for each child. The copay increases with the family’s income step. New applicants must qualify at Step 4 or below; Steps 5 and 6 are available only to families already receiving assistance. For a family of three, the daily copay per child is:1
| Income step | Monthly income | Part day | Full day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: 100% | $0 – $2,277 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Step 2: 125% | $2,278 – $2,846 | $0.44 | $0.88 |
| Step 3: 150% | $2,847 – $3,415 | $0.88 | $1.76 |
| Step 4: 175% | $3,416 – $3,984 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| Step 5: 200% | $3,985 – $4,553 | $4.68 | $9.36 |
| Step 6: 225% | $4,554 – $5,123 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
If your provider’s private-pay rate is higher than the DFS maximum rate, you may be responsible for paying the difference.
How do I apply for child care assistance in Wyoming?
If you’re applying for the first time, contact the DFS office in your county or apply online through ECARES , a web-based system for parents and guardians needing child care.
Wyoming Department of Family Services
Child Care Subsidy Eligibility & Enrollment
(307) 777-7564
Sources & notes
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Footnotes
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Wyoming Department of Family Services, Child Care Sliding Fee Scale (Table I) , effective April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. ↩
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