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CHILD ADOPTION

No. 15

(Updated JAN-25-2009)



With an estimated 120,000 child adoptions in the U.S. Each year, clearly child adoption is becoming a popular choice for new parents. Parents considering adopting a child might be concerned about the costs involved in the process. Of course, any form of parenthood comes with additional expenses, the costs facing parents looking to adopt can be initally higher. Luckily, there are a number of different types of adoptions available and can be used to budget the process. Below is chart showing the cost range for each type of adoption:

Adoption Costs By Type


Adoptions from Foster Care

$0 - $2,500

Intercountry Adoptions

$7,000 - $30,000

Licensed Private Agency Adoptions

$5,000 - $40,000+

Facilitated/Unlicensed Adoptions

$5,000 - $40,000+

Independent Adoptions

$8,000 - $40,000+



For more information see
Facts for Families #4 "The Depressed Child,"
#5 "Child Abuse - The Hidden Bruises,"
#8 "Children and Grief,"
#24 "Know When to Seek Help for Your Child,"
#52 "Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation," and
#64, "Foster Care."


This article was written by Tim Manasterski, a Metrodaycare.com staff member.



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