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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Sarah G.

30 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–23/hr

Hello I am a 45 year old mother of 3 ages 28 yr old 22 yr old and 14 yr old. I babysat thru Link Childcare for over 5 years and really enjoy working with children. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I am available any day and any time. I do have my own transportation. Thank you

$20–23/hr

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Alissa W.

17 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–25/hr

Hey, I'm Alissa! I'm 27 years old and I'm the oldest child in my family. I'm creative, love coffee & community, and adore children. I've been babysitting (paid and unpaid) since I was 10 years old. I've worked with different families internationally, nannying their children multiple days a week, volunteered in schools, and worked as an AuPair in Europe. Open to long shifts & rotating schedules! Looking forward to getting to know you!

$20–25/hr

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Marilyn K.

25 years paid experience
12 miles

$7–10/hr

I am an empty nester. My son is a Graduate student at the University of Georgia and I am a a teacher during the day! I am a member of Forrest Burdete United Methodist Church in Hurricane,WV.

$7–10/hr

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Zakorrah R.

9 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–28/hr

Hello! My name is Zakorrah, but I go by ZZ. I am 24 years old and a student at West Virginia State University. I am the youngest of 3 siblings, 2 brothers and 1 sister, all ranging in age from 30 to 38 years old. I am an auntie to 14 nieces and nephews, whom I babysat while they were growing up. I have been babysitting 2 of my nephews for the past 2 years, one being 3 years old and the other just turned 1 year old. Growing up, my family and friends would ask me to babysit their children, so I have experience with children ages 0-15. I feel that I have a lot of experience because of growing up babysitting for others, as well as still doing it to this day. Outside of family experience, I also have experience in babysitting next-door neighbors' children from ages 2 to 6 years old. I love playing, taking care of, and teaching children, especially since I have been doing that throughout my life. I feel that I am an amazing babysitter for all ages, not only because of my experience, but who I am as a person, and that is a loving, caring, fun, respectful, energetic, enthusiastic, responsible, trustworthy, communicative, and patient young woman!

$20–28/hr

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Kayla C.

3 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–20/hr

I have years of experience working with children as both a swim instructor and camp counselor, where I developed strong skills in keeping kids safe, engaged, and having fun. I also have twin younger sisters, which has given me plenty of hands-on childcare experience, and I helped run an in-home daycare for two years, caring for children of various ages. I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids and strive to create a safe, fun, and educational environment where they can learn, grow, and feel supported. I am also a Certified Medical Assistant with certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid, so you can feel confident that your child’s safety and well-being are always my top priority.

$15–20/hr

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Willow H.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$11–20/hr

Hello! My name is Willow. I am a recent graduate from Marshall University. Over the years I have worked at daycares and summer camp programs that have given me the experiences with kids from 4-12. I enjoy engaging with each child and get to know their intrests,hobbies and favorite activities. My skills in creativity make it fun to come up with projects or crafts to do with the kids! Being a safe, caring provider for your kids is my goal! And to make sure the kiddos have fun too! I am flexible with working out a schedule that works with you!