How much does a babysitter cost in San Francisco, CA?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in San Francisco, CA is $21.34 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in San Francisco, CA is $746.90 ($21.34 per hour × 35 hours).

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in San Francisco, CA?

The average cost of a babysitter in San Francisco, CA is $21.34 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $14 and $30. A babysitter’s hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

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The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Beverly Hills or Oakland, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter salary. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in California is Beverly Hills, where the average hourly rate is $23.73.

The least expensive nearby cities for babysitters

The least expensive city to have a babysitter is Corona at an hourly rate of $15.16. In deciding how much to pay a babysitter, the minimum wage can act as a starting point. However, it’s important to consider to benefits you can offer beyond the hourly rate like legal payroll and paid vacation time.

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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in San Francisco, CA

+14%

Car

+11%

Driver’s License

+9%

First Aid

+7%

Spanish

+7%

Full-time

+6%

English

-1%

Live-in

-1%

Part-time

The average hourly rate for car babysitters is $24.36, 14% above the average in San Francisco, CA. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $21.09, 1% below the average in San Francisco, CA.

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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in San Francisco, CA

+9%

Infant

+7%

Special needs

+7%

Toddler

+5%

Preschooler

+4%

Grade-schooler

The average hourly rate for infant babysitters is $23.16, 9% above the average in San Francisco, CA. For grade-schooler babysitters, the average hourly rate is $22.15, 4% above the average in San Francisco, CA.

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San Francisco$20.43/hr | 2 yrs experience

Hello Families! My name is Summer and I am a full time college student here in San Francisco! I have grown up working with kids and my very first job was at a daycare. I love kids and hope to help parents with entertaining their little ones!

San Francisco$20.50/hr | < 1 yr experience

I am young college student who lives in the Mission district of SF. I love kids and helping out those in need of child care. I am able to provide transportation and am looking for 30+ hours a week. I do not mind helping with pets either. Although I am just starting out I am a caring individual who is willing to work with a family and learn along the way.

Savannah Aguilar

San Francisco$21/hr | < 1 yr experience

I am a 27 y/o (f) behavior technician working with children on the autism spectrum ages 2 to 9 looking for a part time nanny job. CPR and First Aid certified as my current job requires that already. Willing to help with cooking and cleaning as well.

San Francisco$22/hr | 4 yrs experience

Hey there! My name is Haven and I am on the hunt for a part time nanny or babysitting job. Here are a few things about me ;) I am currently in college earning my BSN and I plan to go into pediatric nursing! I have grown up with kids all around me and I have babysat for 6+ years. I am able to handle multiple kids at once and I am very confident in my quality of care. I am CPR and BSL certified, I am very capable when it comes to cooking, cleaning, doing chores, and of course I would love to take the kids out to parks and explore the city! Since I am in college I do not have a car so I am looking for a job where I can walk/take the bus to and from. I would love to chat with you and I am totally able to meet up and answer any and all questions that you may have! Thank you for your time and I hope we can chat soon ;)))

San Francisco$22/hr | < 1 yr experience

I have some experience to babysit the young kids. I am going to school and will be available for 15-20 hours a week. I will be available for Thursday before 5PM and Friday till Sunday all day. I am drawn to this job because of my nature of loving kid and my honesty will be a key qualification that will ensure the parents that their kids will be safe with me. I love being with kids and kids always love me.

San Francisco$21/hr | 3 yrs experience

7My name is Dora.
I worked as nanny 3 years for two very nice families; one in Danville, California, and another one in Mount Clair Oakland for 2 years.From [phone number hidden]

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.I worked in Orinda for another family, took care of a newborn and 2 years old little girls. I have been working in the medical field for the past 20 years, and now I’m looking to do something that gives me also joy, and nothing better than see a child growing and learning, as I’ve done it before and really enjoyed.
Im moving back to California from San Antonio Texas, and would like very much to find a family that I could be a great helper taking care of their child.I do have great references, and confidence that you won’t regret to have me as your child’s nanny.More information upon request.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Dora Edwards

Alejandra Trujillo

San Francisco$20/hr | 2 yrs experience

Hi. I’m responsible person with a lot experience with children. I have been working with kids since I was in School and have experience with physical special needs due I’m physical therapy ( got college degree in my country )
I’m very active love spending time in outdoors
Pretty creative love doing crafts
Love working with kids. Have been babysitting/ nanny since 2019 in NJ, Alameda and recently moved in S.F

Mission District, San Francisco$20/hr | 2 yrs experience

I am 25 years old! I am goofy, full of energy, very friendly, strict (when need be), reliable, and trustworthy

I use to be a babysitter, tutor, child driver, au pair, and now recently a mother of an 11-month-old boy!

I enjoy being outdoors, in the park, and going for walks!

San Francisco$20/hr | 2 yrs experience

I am a responsible, respectful, reliable and mature woman. I have worked here in the US for two years and six months with children of different ages.

I am vaccinated, I drive carefully and I do not smoke.

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