The cost of hiring a nanny varies depending on factors such as location, full- time vs. live-in status, and number of children, but here are some general figures:
- For a full-time professional nanny in the U.S., expect to pay between $60,000 and $80,000 per year, which includes salary plus taxes, overtime, paid time off, and sick leave
- Hourly rates for nannies average around $20 to $21 per hour nationwide, with variations by city. For example, rates range from about $18 per hour in some cities to over $27 per hour in places like San Francisco
- Weekly costs average about $827 per week for one child, based on an average hourly rate of roughly $20.68
- Live-in nannies tend to cost less annually, averaging between $26,000 and $35,000, but this is still higher than the cost of an Au Pair, which averages under $21,024 per year
In summary, a full-time nanny in the U.S. typically costs between $20 per hour or about $60,000 to $80,000 annually, with regional and employment arrangement differences influencing the final cost
