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How much does a babysitter cost in Rogers, AR in 2026?
In Rogers, AR, the average babysitter earns about $17.81 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $712/week or $3,087/month. Most Rogers 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 106 live babysitter listings in Rogers on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $712
- Monthly
- $3,087
- Annual
- $37,045
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What drives the price
Most Rogers 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) | $17.81 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.81 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.81+ |
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 | $19.39/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.72/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $18.76/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.
How do Rogers babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Rogers runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Rogers, AR typically costs about 8% more than the Arkansas average of $16/hour and 7% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Rogers, AR |
|---|---|---|
| Rogers, AR | $18/hr | — |
| Arkansas | $16/hr | -8% |
| United States | $19/hr | +8% |
Where Rogers, AR fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.10/hour in Conway to $18.45/hour in Bentonville.
Below: how each compares to the Rogers, AR average of $17.81/hour — Rogers, AR is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Rogers, AR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bentonville | $18.45 | +4% | |
| 2 | Rogers | $17.81 | — | |
| 3 | Fayetteville | $17.15 | -4% | |
| 4 | Little Rock | $17.11 | -4% | |
| 5 | Springdale | $15.96 | -10% | |
| 6 | Jonesboro | $15.86 | -11% | |
| 7 | Bryant | $15.46 | -13% | |
| 8 | Fort Smith | $15.44 | -13% | |
| 9 | North Little Rock | $15.29 | -14% | |
| 10 | Conway | $15.10 | -15% |
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 Rogers, 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 Rogers, 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 Rogers, AR
106 active listings in Rogers
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Nanny Beatriz
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My name is Beatriz (Betty for short) a mother to two and I am 27 years old!
I am a preschool teacher, a part time nanny and a babysitter! Ages I’ve worked with are infants, toddlers, and school age kids. I am CPR certified! I love doing arts and crafts and going on walks.
Open to work full time, part time, or just babysit when needed.
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