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How much does a babysitter cost in Enterprise, AL in 2026?
In Enterprise, AL, the average babysitter earns about $12.36 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $494/week or $2,142/month. Most Enterprise families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 148 live babysitter listings in Enterprise on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $494
- Monthly
- $2,142
- Annual
- $25,709
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What drives the price
Most Enterprise families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.
Experience
Number of kids
| 1 kid (baseline) | $12.36 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$13.36 |
| 3+ kids | ~$14.36+ |
Hours & schedule
| Weekday 9–5 (standard) | — |
|---|---|
| Evening/weekend | +$2–4/hr |
| Last-minute | +$3–5/hr |
Also factor in: live-in vs. live-out · household duties beyond childcare · driving · cooking · travel.
Full-time, part-time, and live-in babysitter rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $13.07/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $12.80/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $13.60/hr |
Part-time and full-time hourly rates are similar here — short schedules don't always command a premium when full-time openings are easy to fill.
Live-in rates here run higher than live-out — uncommon, but typically reflects specialty demand for around-the-clock or live-in newborn care. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Enterprise babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Enterprise runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Enterprise, AL typically costs about 11% less than the Alabama average of $14/hour and 26% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Enterprise, AL |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise, AL | $12/hr | — |
| Alabama | $14/hr | +12% |
| United States | $17/hr | +36% |
Where Enterprise, AL fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.23/hour in Phenix City to $16.25/hour in Hoover.
Below: how each compares to the Enterprise, AL average of $12.36/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Enterprise, AL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoover | $16.25 | +31% | |
| 2 | Birmingham | $15.84 | +28% | |
| 3 | Huntsville | $15.36 | +24% | |
| 4 | Madison | $15.15 | +23% | |
| 5 | Montgomery | $13.79 | +12% | |
| 6 | Mobile | $13.79 | +12% | |
| 7 | Auburn | $13.78 | +11% | |
| 8 | Tuscaloosa | $13.31 | +8% | |
| 9 | Dothan | $12.86 | +4% | |
| 10 | Phenix City | $12.23 | -1% |
Tips to find a great babysitter without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best babysitters on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced babysitters with 10+ years. References matter more than years.
- Consider a share. If your kids are similar ages and you live near another family, a share is the single biggest cost reduction available without compromising on care.
- Be specific about hours upfront. Most babysitters will take a slightly lower rate for a guaranteed steady schedule than for a higher-rate, unpredictable one.
- Bundle benefits thoughtfully. Two weeks PTO, a health stipend, transit passes, education assistance, or an annual raise commitment can help close the gap with families offering a higher hourly rate.
- Match rate to responsibilities. A higher rate often makes sense once you add cooking, errands, or driving. Don't compare apples to oranges across listings.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Enterprise, AL
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Enterprise, AL
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.
- 03
Schedule a phone call, then a paid trial day
Trial days feel awkward at first — that's normal. They're the best way to see how a babysitter fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
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Available babysitters in Enterprise, AL
148 active listings in Enterprise
Nanny Quinn
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Nanny Harley
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Nanny Shaleigh
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- i love working with children
- i am in high school but i’m free anytime after 3pm!
- CPR certified!
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Nanny Landon
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