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.

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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Trinity C.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

My name is Trinity I’m 19 years old I love being a babysitter because I enjoy spending my time with little ones they are such a joy to be around and they never fail to make people laugh I have training in cpr and first aid and have my cpr licenses

$15–20/hr

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Mariah F.

3 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–15/hr

I am a experienced 6 years or more babysitter , I have my own transportation an can pick up an drop off kids (if needed) I’m currently accepted into NSU going for veterinariy school, (if wanted) I can give a per interview for parents to make sure I am the right fit for your child. I will cook, clean play video games,barbies or even imaginary knights & swords whatever it may be I’ll play it. I am very realible am trustworthy, I have tons of recommendations numbers I can give to you as well. I have watched all ages from 5 months to 11 years.

$10–15/hr

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Sakura A.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$16–23/hr

I love being a sitter because I enjoy working with kids and helping create a safe, fun, and structured environment where they can learn and grow. It’s really rewarding to build relationships with children and support their daily routines while making sure they feel comfortable and cared for. I have experience working with children of different ages through nanny and babysitting roles. I’ve helped with things like meal prep, school routines, playtime, activities, and keeping kids engaged in a positive way. I’m comfortable adapting to different family needs and schedules. I’m responsible, patient, and dependable, with good communication and time management skills. I’m also very willing to learn anything needed and can obtain CPR/First Aid certification right away if required.