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Baby Cost Calculator

Estimate how much a baby costs in the first year: diapers, formula, childcare, healthcare and gear.

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Results update as you type.

First-year cost

$19,980
Monthly running cost
$1,415
Childcare (year)
$13,200
Healthcare
$1,500
Gear (one-time)
$1,500
  • Childcare66%
  • Diapers & food14%
  • Healthcare8%
  • Gear8%
  • Other5%
First-year cost$19,980

Results are estimates for planning and are not financial advice.

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Quick answer

With $1,415 a month in diapers, food, childcare and other costs, plus $1,500 healthcare and $1,500 gear, the first year costs about $19,980.

How it works

Childcare is usually the largest cost by far. Enter your local prices — childcare varies from a few hundred to several thousand dollars a month depending on where you live.

Formula

First year = (monthly costs × 12) + healthcare + one-time gear

Assumptions & limitations

  • Results are rounded for display.

Frequently asked questions

Does this include parental leave?

No. Lost income during unpaid leave can be significant — subtract it from your budget separately.