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How much does a babysitter cost in Bentonville, AR in 2026?
In Bentonville, AR, the average babysitter earns about $18.10 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $724/week or $3,137/month. Most Bentonville families pay somewhere in the $11–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 136 live babysitter listings in Bentonville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $724
- Monthly
- $3,137
- Annual
- $37,648
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What drives the price
Most Bentonville families pay somewhere in the $11–$25/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) | $18.10 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$19.10 |
| 3+ kids | ~$20.10+ |
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 | $20/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.80/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $17.68/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $17.87/hr |
Part-time runs slightly lower per hour than full-time here, which often means strong full-time demand supports higher rates for committed schedules.
Live-in arrangements look cheaper per hour because room and board are part of the package. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Bentonville babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Bentonville sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Bentonville, AR typically costs about 14% more than the Arkansas average of $16/hour and 4% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Bentonville, AR |
|---|---|---|
| Bentonville, AR | $18/hr | — |
| Arkansas | $16/hr | -12% |
| United States | $19/hr | +5% |
Where Bentonville, AR fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.85/hour in Conway to $18.10/hour in Bentonville.
Below: how each compares to the Bentonville, AR average of $18.10/hour — Bentonville, AR is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Bentonville, AR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bentonville | $18.10 | — | |
| 2 | Rogers | $17.47 | -3% | |
| 3 | Little Rock | $16.93 | -6% | |
| 4 | Fayetteville | $16.80 | -7% | |
| 5 | Springdale | $15.68 | -13% | |
| 6 | North Little Rock | $15.47 | -15% | |
| 7 | Jonesboro | $15.34 | -15% | |
| 8 | Fort Smith | $15.14 | -16% | |
| 9 | Bryant | $15.14 | -16% | |
| 10 | Conway | $14.85 | -18% |
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 Bentonville, 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 Bentonville, AR
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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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 Bentonville, AR
136 active listings in Bentonville
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Nanny Brianna
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I can help with diapers, bath time, meals, cleaning up, homework, learning activities, games, sports, and bedtime routines. I always follow parents’ rules and make sure children are safe, cared for, and having fun.