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34 available last-minute babysitters in Sacramento, CA

Families in Sacramento use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
42 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.64/hr

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Sholeh
Booked by 4 repeat families
6 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in Sacramento, CA

Hi! I’m Sholeh, a caring and dependable nanny with over 5 years of experience. Growing up with 4 siblings taught me to be responsible, patient, and adaptable. I love engaging kids in sports and active play, and I’m just as happy cooking healthy meals as I am helping with homework or story time. Families know me as reliable, loving, and committed to creating a safe, fun environment for children to grow.

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Maria $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Maria. I’ve been working with children since I was 17. I started as an assistant counselor at kids’ summer camps, then worked as an entertainer/animator at children’s parties. In 2020, I worked and volunteered at a Montessori preschool in Sacramento. I also provided consistent babysitting for a girl for six years. I’m patient, caring, and great at building trust with kids. I love keeping children engaged with games, creative activities, developmental play, music, dancing, and outdoor movement—always prioritizing safety and routines. I’m also very comfortable with pets: I love animals and have two cats of my own.

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Janeae $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello, my name is Janeae and I am currently a senior at CSUS, as well as a part time Behavior Technician. I am offering childcare services part time including, but not limited to: crafts, tutoring, and cooking. My experience with childcare begins with babysitting twins on the spectrum at 16 for over two years. As a behavior technician I do 1:1 play based ABA therapy with children on the spectrum. I have two cat and am available for cat sitting as well.

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Destiny $24 per hour for 1 child

I am a a current Medical Assistant in training that had learned all of the basics such as checking vitals, CPR, etc! I’ve grew up taking care of children and proceeded to work in daycare at the age of 16! I have experience with children all ages with all different backgrounds. I’m willing and determined to help people in need with a strong sense of urgency.

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Carmen $25 per hour for 1 child

I used to work as a certified parent educator/Facilitator for about 5 years. I work with Sacramento First Five and I raised 2 kids that speak 3 languages and excel in life. I firmly believed kids are here ro teach us and we must learn from them before we can intent teaching them. Each child is born with unique abilities and characteristics and personality traits that provide us all the information we need to help a child reach their full potential. To guide/coach a child you must know him/her first. I have experience house sitting mid size homes and large estates short and long term. I believe it’s essential for families to have peace of mind that their home will be running fine when they are away. I take care of contacting maintenance personnel if needed, manage house cleaning staff, take care of dry cleaners, make sure pantry and basic items are ready and available when the family returns. I can do airport pick up and drop off. I have work in ranch homes with horses and I make sure that runs properly as well. I love dogs and cats, have a small dog at home and I believe our pets choose us their purpose is to complete us. At 50 years old I have learn a thing or two about life, my approach to everything I do is to come from contrition and connection. I learned not to meek my purpose in life when the purpose is to live a meaningful life and create deep connections a long the journey. I am bilingual English and Spanish, the modern family dynamic nowadays is multicultural families and I can adjust and understand each family has different and specific needs.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Sacramento, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.64
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.28
  • Typical job length: 4.1 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 485 reviews in Sacramento, CA

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Sacramento?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Sacramento who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Sacramento?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Sacramento is $22.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Sacramento.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Sacramento families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Sacramento?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Sacramento can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.

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