People often don’t realize how much it costs to raise a child these days. They figure they will just wing it and it doesn’t matter the cost. Everybody does it.
Yeah, well, the price will surprise you and possibly make your life impossible. So before you put the dick in the pussy, take a few moments to read the following breakdown…
1. Prenatal and Birth Costs
- Prenatal Care: $2,000 – $4,000
- Hospital Delivery (Vaginal Birth): $5,000 – $11,000
- Hospital Delivery (C-Section): $7,500 – $14,500
2. Infancy (0-1 year)
- Diapers: $500 – $1,000 per year
- Formula/Breastfeeding Supplies: $1,200 – $2,400 per year
- Baby Gear (crib, stroller, car seat, etc.): $2,000 – $3,000
- Clothing and Miscellaneous Supplies: $500 – $1,000
3. Toddler Years (1-3 years)
- Childcare/Preschool: $5,000 – $15,000 per year
- Food: $1,000 – $2,000 per year
- Clothing: $300 – $600 per year
- Toys and Activities: $300 – $600 per year
4. Preschool Years (3-5 years)
- Childcare/Preschool: $5,000 – $15,000 per year
- Food: $1,000 – $2,000 per year
- Clothing: $300 – $600 per year
- Toys and Activities: $300 – $600 per year
5. Elementary School Years (5-12 years)
- School Supplies and Fees: $200 – $500 per year
- Food: $1,200 – $2,500 per year
- Clothing: $400 – $800 per year
- Extracurricular Activities: $300 – $1,000 per year
- Healthcare: $500 – $1,000 per year
6. Middle School Years (12-14 years)
- School Supplies and Fees: $300 – $600 per year
- Food: $1,500 – $3,000 per year
- Clothing: $500 – $1,000 per year
- Extracurricular Activities: $500 – $1,500 per year
- Healthcare: $500 – $1,000 per year
7. High School Years (14-18 years)
- School Supplies and Fees: $500 – $1,000 per year
- Food: $1,800 – $3,500 per year
- Clothing: $600 – $1,200 per year
- Extracurricular Activities: $500 – $2,000 per year
- Healthcare: $500 – $1,000 per year
- Driving (car, insurance, gas): $2,000 – $5,000 per year
8. College (18-21 years)
- Tuition and Fees (public, in-state): $10,000 – $20,000 per year
- Tuition and Fees (private): $30,000 – $50,000 per year
- Room and Board: $10,000 – $15,000 per year
- Books and Supplies: $1,000 – $1,500 per year
- Miscellaneous (transportation, personal expenses): $2,000 – $4,000 per year
Total Estimated Costs (By Age Group)
- 0-1 year: $10,700 – $20,900
- 1-3 years: $14,400 – $36,000
- 3-5 years: $13,200 – $34,200
- 5-12 years: $23,200 – $49,800
- 12-14 years: $9,600 – $20,100
- 14-18 years: $24,400 – $51,700
- 18-21 years (public college): $69,000 – $127,500
- 18-21 years (private college): $111,000 – $197,500
Grand Total (Approximate)
- Public College: $164,500 – $340,200
- Private College: $206,500 – $410,200
Are you adequately prepared to shell out the big bucks? You could have bought a house. Oh, wait, you’ll need a house too, so double that. If you’re not rich, let’s not make your life infinitely difficult. Use condoms and birth control, and you might be able to retire sometime.
You’re welcome.
Buying Time 