How much should I pay for a babysitter in {{city}}, {{state}}?

The national typical hourly rate of babysitters in 2024 is 21.50 per hour. Rates can vary based on your babysitter's experience, certifications, and travel expenses. When calculating the cost of child care, you should also account for the number of children they'll care for and additional responsibilities like household tasks or homework help. Learn more about how to set competitive babysitting rates for attracting the best babysitters.

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The best way to find babysitters near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters. We'll notify you when sitters apply to your job, and from there you can proceed with interviews, background checks, and reference checks so you can find the perfect fit for your family.

What kind of babysitters can I find in {{city}}, {{state}}?

You can find experienced and passionate babysitters near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more. Whatever occasion you're looking to find a babysitter for, including full-time, part-time, or last-minute care, you can count on Sittercity for finding passionate and experienced babysitters.

How do families hire trustworthy babysitters in {{city}}, {{state}}?

Families find trustworthy babysitters on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many babysitters report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters have the option to complete regular background checks, and you can easily request a recent background check if they don’t have one or it is not recent. Families can also request to see professional references! Our dedicated team also champions safety across our platform every day. Babysitters go through an identity verification process with Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, sitter reviews, and secure messaging.

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Q: What’s the difference between a babysitter and a nanny?

Babysitters and nannies share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Babysitters are typically hired for occasional work on an irregular schedule. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great option. Nannies, on the other hand, are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies. Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

Q: How do babysitters interact with my child?

Babysitters on Sittercity love providing enriching experiences for your children, and sharing their passions with them. They're happy to participate in outdoor activities like sports, or indoor activities like music, baking, tutoring help, and art. Wherever your child's interests lie, babysitters on Sittercity are prepared to engage them in a nurturing way.

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Elizabeth A.

20 years paid experience
15 miles

$25–40/hr

Hello Parents, I'm looking for a full time live in or live out long term Nanny or Nanny/Household position. I'm looking for 40 hours plus guaranteed a week Monday-Friday starting the beginning of 2026. I'm CPR/AED certified I have excellent letters of recommendation's along with a cover letter and a resume that I can share with you if you'd be interested. I've been a Nanny for five yrs with one yr being a Household Manager I also worked for a School Corporation for seven years with preschool children up to sixth grade. A little about myself: I'm a very down to earth person with a huge heart that loves to work with infants up to the age of five yrs of age. My favorite thing about being a Nanny is working on children's milestones. I'm a nurturing, honest, reliable and a respectful person. I have two grown adult children that successful and out on their own. I also have two grandchildren that or very special to me. If you'd like to know more about me please reach out. Thank you!

$25–40/hr

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Morgan B.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$16–20/hr

Hello! I'm an energetic loving child caretaker that wants to build connections and create everlasting memories with children. I offer strong communication skills, compassion, safe environment, and unconditional love. Some strengths that I have would be my determination, energy, positive attitude and creative thinking. Hoping to find a family that I can spend time with and be apart of. I have an ample amount of experience working in the childcare industry , I've been a part and full time nanny to three different families. I've also worked as a live in nanny for 6 months in the beautiful city of Los Angeles! I am currently working as a preschool teacher (started Aug 2021) and will be leaving at the end of May to teach english and provide culture exchange for a family in Italy, I will be returning from Italy mid August and am hoping to get back into nannying and start focusing on furthering my education( CDA, cooking classes, and CCP)

$16–20/hr

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Jade R.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–22/hr

I’m an experienced childcare provider. I have years of babysitting, parenting, and special needs care. I am an instructional assistant at an elementary school during the school year. I’m looking for a summer babysitting job. I am CPR & First aid certified.

$18–22/hr

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Kim B.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–22/hr

I am mom of 4 and nana of two! I love working with children! I am working with a 3 month old starting August. Currently -til September - I’m with a family of 3. Ages 2,3,5. I’m calm and patient and have great references! I’m very punctual!

$18–22/hr

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Vanessa C.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$12–15/hr

I’m a retired Air Force veteran and a mother of 3. My kids are older now. I love kids and enjoy taking care of them and their needs. Kids bring out the best of me. I am a natural caregiver. I hope to have my own bakery business at home soon.

$12–15/hr

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Khabreya C.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–24/hr

I’m a recent college graduate who just started a master’s program to be a pediatric social worker. I love kids and have been working with them for the past 4+ years! I have been a youth leader for teens, a camp counselor for ages 5-13, a performing arts teacher at a summer camp, and an interventionist at an elementary school for my gap year! I am CPR and First Aid certified. As a former dancer and artist, I love to be creative with children and building connections with them! I am patient, kind, and excited to get to know any child I have the blessing of getting to work with!

$20–24/hr

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Laeklyn S.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–26/hr

I’ve been babysitting for over 6 years now the kids that I was babysitting are in school now so she doesn’t need me full time I’m cpr certified and I’d love to chat