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How much does a babysitter cost in Texarkana, AR in 2026?
In Texarkana, AR, the average babysitter earns about $12.98 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $519/week or $2,250/month. Most Texarkana families pay somewhere in the $11–$17/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 87 live babysitter listings in Texarkana on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $519
- Monthly
- $2,250
- Annual
- $26,998
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What drives the price
Most Texarkana families pay somewhere in the $11–$17/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) | $12.98 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$13.98 |
| 3+ kids | ~$14.98+ |
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 | $13.22/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $13.12/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 Texarkana babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Texarkana runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Texarkana, AR typically costs about 9% less than the Arkansas average of $14/hour and 23% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Texarkana, AR |
|---|---|---|
| Texarkana, AR | $13/hr | — |
| Arkansas | $14/hr | +10% |
| United States | $17/hr | +30% |
Where Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, AR average of $12.98/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Texarkana, AR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bentonville | $16.36 | +26% | |
| 2 | Rogers | $15.73 | +21% | |
| 3 | Little Rock | $15.43 | +19% | |
| 4 | Fayetteville | $15.04 | +16% | |
| 5 | Springdale | $14.79 | +14% | |
| 6 | North Little Rock | $13.90 | +7% | |
| 7 | Jonesboro | $13.88 | +7% | |
| 8 | Fort Smith | $13.70 | +6% | |
| 9 | Conway | $13.44 | +4% | |
| 10 | Russellville | $12.59 | -3% |
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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, AR
87 active listings in Texarkana
Nanny Arrianna
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Nanny Jaliyah
Nanny Jaliyah
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I work out weekly and very aware of my surroundings . i understand that when your child is left with me that is my full on responsibility and your child will have my fill in attention span as needed for the hours i am present . I DO BABYSIT OTHER TEENS i know alot of baby sitters don’t around here my limit is 15 thanks . hope too see you soon
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Nanny Keira
Nanny Keira
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young i feel as if i can be trusted because i have lots of experience from taking care of family members younger than me, family friends, and more.
