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What will raising your kids cost — and how to protect it?

See what it really costs to raise your kids to adulthood, college included, and the coverage that keeps those plans on track if you're not there. Free, quick, nothing stored.

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Project the cost of raising your kids

See what it costs to raise your children to adulthood — and the coverage that keeps those plans intact if a parent isn't there.

Food, clothes, activities, care
Cost to raise to age 18$0
College (if selected)$0
Total future cost$0

Illustrative estimates only — not a quote or advice. Real costs vary widely by family and region.

Common questions

How much does it cost to raise a child?

National estimates put it well over $230,000 from birth to 18, before college — roughly $1,000–$1,400 a month on average, varying by region and family. This tool uses your own number and the years remaining.

How does this relate to life insurance?

If a parent passed away, these costs don't stop. Coverage sized to your children's remaining years (plus income replacement) keeps their plans — including college — intact.

Do you store what I enter?

No. It runs in your browser and nothing is saved or sent.

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