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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Margaret Z.

15 years paid experience
12 miles

$30–35/hr

I first started babysitting when I was twelve years old. I took care of my neighbor's three children; an infant, a one year old and a two year old. I cared for two other familie's young children through junior high and high school. I was also an integral part of raising two younger brothers. As an adult, I am always volunteering to care for my nieces, nephews and friend's children. I have decided to do professionally what I love to do for fun, take care of children. If you would like to have your children taken care of by a professional person, then I would love to help.

$30–35/hr

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Ciarah E.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$17–22/hr

Hello, my name is Ciarah. I have years of experience working as a baby sitter & I loved every second of it! I’m very responsible, respectful, clean & willing to meet you in person to discuss a future plan to care for your little one/s while you’re away. I will always be attentive making sure your little ones are safe & trying my absolute best to play with & entertain them. I will fulfill their needs, such as feeding, changing, napping, & running necessary errands. I’m very creative & will teach fun crafts if your child/ren are old enough and/or interested! Feel free to ask me any questions prior to meeting. Hope to be the easy-going and right sitter you’re looking for! Not a necessity, but would prefer an hourly wage at no lower than your counties minimum wage amount.

$17–22/hr

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Jaelyn O.

2 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–30/hr

I love being a babysitter because spending time with kids is fun, rewarding, and never boring! I take pride in being a good caregiver and creating a positive environment for kids to feel comfortable and parents can feel confident knowing their children are in good hands. I have over 2 years of babysitting experience caring for children aged 3 months to 11 years old. I've worked for many different families with a variety of ages and needs and I am very comfortable managing routines like meal times, bedtimes, and any other expectations you have for your children. I've looked after multiple kids at once and have experience keeping everyone entertained and safe. I have strong communication skills and patience. I always find activities to help keep kids engaged. I'm responsible and reliable so I always make sure to follow routines and any expectations a family has for me. I can help with homework and feel comfortable in all subjects.

$20–30/hr

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Eboni B.

15 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$30–50/hr

I have worked with infants and children for over 15 years, in multiple capacities from: Camp counselor, infant lead teacher, pre-school teacher, nanny and on call babysitter. I love kids, they keep us young and curious. I am playful, kind, inventive, hands on, and appreciate and opportunity for a teachable moment. I'm looking forward to connecting with you and your family. Happy Care finding!