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Childcare Ratios by State

Staff-to-child ratios vary significantly between states. Select your state below to find specific ratio requirements, group size limits, and compliance tips for your childcare program.

State pages were reviewed against official licensing sources in July 2026. Always confirm requirements with your state licensing agency before relying on this guide for compliance decisions.

California

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Connecticut

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Florida

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Massachusetts

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New Hampshire

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New York

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Pennsylvania

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Rhode Island

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Texas

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Vermont

View VT ratio requirements

Don't see your state?

We're adding more states regularly. For general ratio guidelines and compliance tips, check out our comprehensive guide.

View general ratio guide

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