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.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

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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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Lauren W.

0 years paid experience
7 miles

$16–20/hr

Hi! I’m a stay at home mom of two boys looking to start babysitting in my area! My eldest is 14, so I have experience with kids of varying ages, but I would prefer to sit for a child aged 1-4 since my own son is 2. I focus on screen-free playtime with pretend play combined with playing with toys, and a lot of reading!

$16–20/hr

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Mikayla S.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

I love babysitting because I love kids! I’m in college right now in order to become a child psychologist with minors in infant and toddler specialization and counseling. I have experience with ages 0-6, and I am very patient and compassionate and have genuine interest in helping kids be the best they can be :)

$15–20/hr

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Fayth H.

8 years paid experience
7 miles

$15–22/hr

I’m a caring, dependable, and patient caregiver with a background in home health care. I have my CPR and First Aid certifications and experience providing attentive, compassionate care. Along with my HHA experience, I have hands-on childcare experience with children of all ages, from infants and babies to older children. I’ve cared for my two nieces and two nephews, as well as babysat for friends and their families. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children, helping them learn and grow, keeping them entertained, and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I’m also happy to help with household tasks such as general tidying, laundry, dishes, light housekeeping, and keeping things organized. I understand how busy life can get, and I enjoy helping families make their day-to-day routines a little easier. I also offer pet care! I’m an animal lover and have three dogs and two cats of my own, so I’m very comfortable around animals. I’m happy to help with feeding, letting pets outside, walks, and general pet care. I’m responsible, trustworthy, attentive, and understand how important it is for families to feel comfortable and confident with someone in their home. I’m currently looking for daytime nanny, babysitting, household assistance, or pet care opportunities. I’d love the opportunity to become a dependable helping hand for your family!

$15–22/hr

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Mariah H.

14 years paid experience
7 miles

$14–20/hr

I am a college student who is studying medicine and wants to specialize in pediatrics. I have lots of experience, I started babysitting at a young age and then often times babysit when I am away at college. I love babysitting because I love being a light to the children and it is so much fun to connect with the child too, I also love babysitting because I feel a calling to make a difference in each child that I meet lives.

$14–20/hr

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Chelsea A.

8 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–15/hr

Hi! My name is Chelsea. I am very interested in watching your child. I have experience in a daycare center at heartland hall child development for 2 years( ages 2 -3 ) but I have experience with all ages as young as 3 months . As a young teenager and in high school I took safe sitter, kids corner, participated in Sunday school, and would babysit for neighbors. For the past year I have been on care. com and babysat for a few families here and there. I am looking to find the right family to work and grow with. I really LOVE working with children and seeing them grow and just seeing the impact I can make in their lives. Hope to hear back from you ! Thank you Chelsea

$10–15/hr

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Leah A.

20 years paid experience
14 miles

$10–30/hr

My name is Leah and I love to babysitting I have taken care of my nieces and nephews when they were babys and I also work in nursery at our church careing for baby's and toddlers I also use to help my mother we had a day care in our house I just love careing for baby's and toddlers I don't have kids but careing for baby and toddler give me so much joy