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How much does a babysitter cost in Marysville, CA in 2026?

In Marysville, CA, the average babysitter earns about $18.60 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $744/week or $3,224/month. Most Marysville families pay somewhere in the $17–$23/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$18.60/hr · Marysville average

These numbers come from 66 live babysitter listings in Marysville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$744
$3,224
$38,688

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What drives the price

Most Marysville families pay somewhere in the $17–$23/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a babysitter's rate.
Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

02

Number of kids

One child is the baseline. Each additional child usually adds $1–$2/hour. Twins and infants tend toward the high end.
+$1 to $2/hour per additional child
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$18.60
2 kids~$19.60
3+ kids~$20.60+

03

Hours & schedule

Standard weekday daytime hours are easiest to staff. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and last-minute coverage all push rates up.
10–20%premium for off-hours coverage
Hourly rate adjustment by 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

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$18.79/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$19/hr
Live-inSet by family$19.07/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.

Live-in rates are close to live-out here — but the package usually still includes room and board, so the all-in cost can be lower than it appears. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.

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How do Marysville babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Marysville runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.

Hiring babysitters in Marysville, CA typically costs about 9% less than the California average of $20/hour and 11% more than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Marysville, CA and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Marysville, CA
Marysville, CA$19/hr
California$20/hr+10%
United States$17/hr-10%

Where Marysville, CA fits among nearby cities

The most expensive city for babysitters near Marysville, 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 Marysville, CA and how each compares to Marysville, CA's average of $18.60/hour.

Most expensive cities near Marysville, CA

Top 10 most expensive cities near Marysville, CA for hiring a babysitter, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Marysville, CA
1Beverly Hills$26.76+44%
2Mill Valley$26.49+42%
3Palo Alto$24.10+30%
4San Mateo$24.09+30%
5West Menlo Park$24.05+29%
6Mountain View$23.80+28%
7San Francisco$23.58+27%
8Redwood City$23.55+27%
9Piedmont$23.47+26%
10Sunnyvale$23.31+25%

Least expensive cities near Marysville, CA

Top 10 least expensive cities near Marysville, CA for hiring a babysitter, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Marysville, CA
1San Bernardino$17.11-8%
2Visalia$17.59-5%
3Modesto$17.68-5%
4Fontana$17.71-5%
5Redding$17.85-4%
6Lancaster$18.03-3%
7Chico$18.03-3%
8Bakersfield$18.10-3%
9Corona$18.12-3%
10Moreno Valley$18.19-2%

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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.
Learn more about nanny sharing

How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Marysville, 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:

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Marysville, CA

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 Marysville, CA

66 active listings in Marysville

Kenzie E. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Kenzie

Marysville, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

i’m a 17 year old senior in highschool. I am cpr certified and i’ve taken a year of early childhood education. I’ve babysat a little here and there for people around but i’m looking for a longer term job.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Isabella C. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Isabella

Marysville, CA
$16.50/hr
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my names Bella I’m 14 I’m from yuba city California I love writing & I love spending time with people especially my family I also like to just scroll on my phone. I’m a very funny person & very outgoing I like making friends and going out shopping & stuff like that.
If im not out hanging out with people you will definitely catch me in my bed watching TikTok all day or watching Barbie.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Simi P. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Simi

Marysville, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello!
My name is Simi Panu and I am 18 years old. I am out of high school and looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job. I love kids and I would love to take care of your little one. I have lots of experience with kids from 0-5 years old. I’d love to chat more with you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Diane A. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Diane

Marysville, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Diane. I'm a mommy to a beautiful two year old babygirl. I'm from Hawaii and just recently relocated here to California. I'm seeking to get to know and be apart of the community all while being of service to families in need of help with their littles! I'm happy to answer any additional questions.
Ysaak H. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Ysaak

Marysville, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a military father. I personally have 6 kids of my own so I have plenty of experience taking care of kids. My kids age range is from 10-8 months.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Lulu L. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Lulu

Marysville, CA
$16.50/hr
Occasional
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Abigail M. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Abigail

Marysville, CA
$16.50/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have experience and love working with kids. College student majoring in nursing

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Serenity N. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Serenity

Marysville, CA
$16.50/hr
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a hippie girl and I love children have grandson I watch few times a week

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Arra L. - Seeking Work in Marysville

Nanny Arra

Marysville, CA
$25/hr
Occasional
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a speech therapy student at Chico State. I have 6 years of experience working with children aged 2 to 18 years old in a variety of settings. I am my happiest when I am working on art projects, learning, and playing with children.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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