How much should I pay for child care in {{city}}, {{state}}?

The national typical hourly rate in 2024 is $22.50 per hour for nannies and $21.50 for babysitters. Rates can vary based on the child care provider's experience, certifications, employment status, 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 in-home child care rates for attracting the best babysitters and nannies.

How do I find child care for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

The best way to find child care near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters and nannies. We'll notify you when child care providers 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 child care providers can I find in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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

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Q: How do families hire trustworthy child care providers in {{city}}, {{state}}?

Families find trustworthy child care providers on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many providers report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters and nannies 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. Child care providers go through an identity verification process Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, babysitter and nanny reviews, and secure messaging.

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

Nannies and babysitters share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Nannies 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. Babysitters, on the other hand, are typically hired for irregular or occasional work, either full or part-time. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great best option. 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 does a child care provider interact with my child?

Child care providers 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, child care providers on Sittercity can engage them in a nurturing way.

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Elena A.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$17–35/hr

I started teaching dance to kids ages 2-12 at my dance studio and fell in love with it. That then lead me to become more comfortable around children, and taught me how to handle situations and problems that may arise with children. From there I started getting offers to babysit and gladly took them on and ended up loving all my jobs! I'm very patient with children and love to spend quality time with them, going to the park, playing outside, and any fun indoor activity. As much as I love hanging out with the children I do know when play time is and when work or homework time is. I haven't had problems getting along with children and have had very strong relationships with them.

$17–35/hr

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Taylor R.

1 year paid experience
< 1 mile

$17–30/hr

I’m interested in becoming a babysitter because I genuinely love working with kids and creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I’ve always enjoyed helping children learn, play, and feel supported, and that’s what makes babysitting meaningful to me. I also bring past experience as a hostess, babysitter, and barista, which taught me strong communication, patience, multitasking, and customer-service skills. From managing fast-paced situations to staying calm under pressure, I’ve learned how to stay organized, responsible, and attentive. These experiences have helped me build the reliability, kindness, and problem-solving skills that I bring to every babysitting job.

$17–30/hr

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Tamra B.

30 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

I love childern teaching and loving them is going to bring a healthy loving new generation a lot of people are so busy these days if you have the peace of mind that when you can’t be there your child is safe well cared for and loved by a patient responsible person it makes life less stressful and takes a lot of worry about their precious child away

$20–30/hr

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Gabriela Y.

1 year paid experience
14 miles

$17–20/hr

I love being a sitter because I enjoy helping families and caring for others. Growing up as the oldest, I have always taken on responsibility, especially when it comes to caring for my younger sister and my baby cousins. Through this experience, I’ve learned how important patience, attentiveness, and reliability are when looking after children. I’m comfortable supervising, helping with daily routines, and making sure kids feel safe and supported. Being responsible for younger family members has helped me develop strong caregiving skills and a calm, dependable approach to sitting.

$17–20/hr

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Mariah M.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$22–26/hr

Hello! My name is Mariah. I have been a full time nanny for the past 6 years for an awesome little girl, but we are now ready to move on... So! By the end of March I will be available to start a new journey with some amazing new kids. A few things about me are... I spent a great deal of my childhood living on ky Uncles farm, I participated in 4H showing dairy cows, so I am more than comfortable with animals. I started watching kids at a young age starting with my nephews and cousins. I am a nature lover and will more than happily take the kids on adventures! (Like nature walks) I am a part time student at Bellevue college and am working on my teaching degree, kids really are a passion for me and our future. I love getting crafty and seeing kids imaginations grow. I do have my own car and am fully insured. I do need to redo my training and certifications, so if that is something that needs to be done I am more than happy to do so. I can't wait to meet you and your wonderful children!