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How much does a babysitter cost in Marina Del Rey, CA in 2026?
In Marina Del Rey, CA, the average babysitter earns about $24.46 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $978/week or $4,240/month. Most Marina Del Rey families pay somewhere in the $17–$35/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 71 live babysitter listings in Marina Del Rey on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $978
- Monthly
- $4,240
- Annual
- $50,877
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What drives the price
Most Marina Del Rey families pay somewhere in the $17–$35/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) | $24.46 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$25.46 |
| 3+ kids | ~$26.46+ |
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 | $27.27/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $23.14/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 Marina Del Rey babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Marina Del Rey is one of the more expensive babysitter markets in the country.
Hiring babysitters in Marina Del Rey, CA typically costs about 20% more than the California average of $20/hour and 45% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Marina Del Rey, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Del Rey, CA | $24/hr | — |
| California | $20/hr | -17% |
| United States | $17/hr | -31% |
Where Marina Del Rey, CA fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Marina Del Rey, CA is Beverly Hills at $26.76/hour; the least expensive is San Bernardino at $17.11/hour.
Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Marina Del Rey, CA and how each compares to Marina Del Rey, CA's average of $24.46/hour.
Most expensive cities near Marina Del Rey, CA
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Marina Del Rey, CA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beverly Hills | $26.76 | +9% | |
| 2 | Mill Valley | $26.49 | +8% | |
| 3 | Palo Alto | $24.10 | -1% | |
| 4 | San Mateo | $24.09 | -2% | |
| 5 | West Menlo Park | $24.05 | -2% | |
| 6 | Mountain View | $23.80 | -3% | |
| 7 | San Francisco | $23.58 | -4% | |
| 8 | Redwood City | $23.55 | -4% | |
| 9 | Piedmont | $23.47 | -4% | |
| 10 | Sunnyvale | $23.31 | -5% |
Least expensive cities near Marina Del Rey, CA
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Marina Del Rey, CA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Bernardino | $17.11 | -30% | |
| 2 | Visalia | $17.59 | -28% | |
| 3 | Modesto | $17.68 | -28% | |
| 4 | Fontana | $17.71 | -28% | |
| 5 | Redding | $17.85 | -27% | |
| 6 | Lancaster | $18.03 | -26% | |
| 7 | Chico | $18.03 | -26% | |
| 8 | Corona | $18.09 | -26% | |
| 9 | Bakersfield | $18.10 | -26% | |
| 10 | Moreno Valley | $18.19 | -26% |
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 Marina Del Rey, CA
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 Marina Del Rey, CA
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
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Marina Del Rey, CA
71 active listings in Marina Del Rey
Nanny Olivia
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Nanny Soledad
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Nanny Artisha
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Nanny Jeanine
Nanny Jeanine
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I currently teach dance to children in grades K–2, where I spend my days turning imagination into creative and playful movement. I’m patient and attentive, and genuinely enjoy helping kids feel free, expressive, and excited to learn.
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Nanny Marie
Nanny Marie
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