- Childcare for two kids in Omaha now costs about $1,500 more than rent, topping national comparisons.
- Parents say high prices make it nearly impossible to work and pay bills.
- Providers face rising costs and staff shortages, with some warning they may have to close.
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In North Omaha, in-home childcare providers and daycare centers say soaring costs aren’t about making a profit — they’re struggling just to stay open. Staff shortages, high demand, and limited availability are creating pressure on both sides of the childcare system, leaving parents and providers stretched thin.
A new analysis from LendingTree shows that child care for two children now costs more than rent in Omaha, putting the city near the top of the national list. On average, a two-child family pays about $1,500 more for daycare than for rent…