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How much does a babysitter cost in Benton, AR in 2026?
In Benton, AR, the average babysitter earns about $13.45 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $538/week or $2,331/month. Most Benton families pay somewhere in the $11–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 108 live babysitter listings in Benton on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $538
- Monthly
- $2,331
- Annual
- $27,976
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What drives the price
Most Benton families pay somewhere in the $11–$20/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) | $13.45 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$14.45 |
| 3+ kids | ~$15.45+ |
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 | $13.38/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $13.49/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.
How do Benton babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Benton runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Benton, AR typically costs about 6% less than the Arkansas average of $14/hour and 20% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Benton, AR |
|---|---|---|
| Benton, AR | $13/hr | — |
| Arkansas | $14/hr | +6% |
| United States | $17/hr | +25% |
Where Benton, AR fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.59/hour in Russellville to $16.36/hour in Bentonville.
Below: how each compares to the Benton, AR average of $13.45/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Benton, AR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bentonville | $16.36 | +22% | |
| 2 | Rogers | $15.73 | +17% | |
| 3 | Little Rock | $15.43 | +15% | |
| 4 | Fayetteville | $15.04 | +12% | |
| 5 | Springdale | $14.79 | +10% | |
| 6 | North Little Rock | $13.90 | +3% | |
| 7 | Jonesboro | $13.88 | +3% | |
| 8 | Fort Smith | $13.70 | +2% | |
| 9 | Conway | $13.44 | — | |
| 10 | Russellville | $12.59 | -6% |
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 Benton, AR
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 Benton, AR
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 Benton, AR
108 active listings in Benton
Nanny Genesis
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Nanny Maria
Nanny Maria
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And I've always wanted a younger sister even with five older siblings.
I've babysitted and watched paid and upaid.
I'm fun, creative, kind, caring, and like to think brave.
I'm also a writer, and have taken care of pets including dogs, cats, and mice.
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Nanny Mary
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Nanny Tonya
Nanny Tonya
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I would love the chance to meet you and would consider it an honor to get to help you with your loved one.
I will be getting the background check done as soon as I can afford one. In the meantime I do have a copy of one ran in April 2024.
Thank you Tonya Smith
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Nanny Ashlynn
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Nanny Selena
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Nanny Ashley
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