Babysiter pay calculator
Find out how much to pay your babysitter
Use this babysitter pay calculator to estimate a fair hourly rate—based on data from over 10,000 recent babysitting jobs on UrbanSitter.
Average rates are calculated based on real babysitting jobs in the location.
Compare rates around the country
See average babysitting pay by state or city
Click your city on the map or check common cities below:
Los Angeles, CA
1 Child: $24.81/hr
2 Children: $28.14/hr
Las Vegas, NV
1 Child: $20.29/hr
2 Children: $21.20/hr
Denver, CO
1 Child: $22.22/hr
2 Children: $25.04/hr
Minneapolis, MN
1 Child: $20.47/hr
2 Children: $21.92/hr
Chicago, IL
1 Child: $21.56/hr
2 Children: $24.18/hr
Phoenix, AZ
1 Child: $20.18/hr
2 Children: $23.05/hr
San Antonio, TX
1 Child: $16.85/hr
2 Children: $19.99/hr
San Francisco, CA
1 Child: $28.37/hr
2 Children: $31.80/hr
San Diego, CA
1 Child: $22.00/hr
2 Children: $25.32/hr
New York City, NY
1 Child: $24.42/hr
2 Children: $27.58/hr
Boston, MA
1 Child: $24.90/hr
2 Children: $26.22/hr
Philadelphia, PA
1 Child: $17.66/hr
2 Children: $20.93/hr
Washington DC
1 Child: $23.01/hr
2 Children: $25.14/hr
Raleigh, NC
1 Child: $20.32/hr
2 Children: $21.46/hr
Atlanta, GA
1 Child: $21.14/hr
2 Children: $24.97/hr
Miami, FL
1 Child: $20.02/hr
2 Children: $23.79/hr
Seattle, WA
1 Child: $26.19/hr
2 Children: $29.16/hr
Portland, OR
1 Child: $22.39/hr
2 Children: $26.88/hr
Austin, TX
1 Child: $22.34/hr
2 Children: $24.83/hr
Dallas, TX
1 Child: $20.62/hr
2 Children: $22.20/hr
Houston, TX
1 Child: $20.63/hr
2 Children: $21.20/hr
| City | 1 Child | 2 Children |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $28.37/hr | $31.80/hr |
| New York, NY | $24.42/hr | $27.58/hr |
| Seattle, WA | $26.19/hr | $29.16/hr |
| Miami, FL | $20.02/hr | $23.79/hr |
| Austin, TX | $22.34/hr | $24.83/hr |
Want to see more cities? Explore 2025 Babysitting Rates by City.
All rates are based on recent UrbanSitter booking data from over 10,000 families across the U.S. Data is averaged by ZIP code and updated regularly.
What impacts babysitter rates?
- Location. Big cities = higher cost of living.
- Number of children. Each child adds $1 – $3/hour.
- Responsibilities. Driving kids, tutoring, or light housekeeping can increase the rate.
- Experience. Trained or highly experienced sitters often charge more.
FAQs for parents
It estimates an average hourly rate based on your ZIP code, number of kids, and local demand—using actual UrbanSitter booking data.
Multiply the hourly rate by expected hours.
Example: $24.99/hr × 8 hrs = ~$200/day.
We recommend a flat rate. Learn more here: Overnight Babysitter Rates & Tips.
This tool is for babysitting rates only. For nanny pay guidance, visit: How Much Does a Nanny Cost?
Tips for negotiating fair compensation
- Be clear about duties: more tasks = more pay
- Confirm expectations up front: Late nights? School pickup?
- Round up: A bit of kindness goes a long way
- Use this rate as a baseline, not a rule