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How much does a babysitter cost in Upland, CA in 2026?
In Upland, CA, the average babysitter earns about $20.54 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $822/week or $3,560/month. Most Upland families pay somewhere in the $17–$27/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 70 live babysitter listings in Upland on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $822
- Monthly
- $3,560
- Annual
- $42,723
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What drives the price
Most Upland families pay somewhere in the $17–$27/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) | $20.54 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$21.54 |
| 3+ kids | ~$22.54+ |
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 | $22.15/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $20.41/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 Upland babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Upland runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in Upland, CA typically costs about 9% less than the California average of $23/hour and 8% more than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Upland, CA | $21/hr | — |
| California | $23/hr | +10% |
| United States | $19/hr | -7% |
Where Upland, CA fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $18.97/hour in Fresno to $28.09/hour in San Francisco.
Below: how each compares to the Upland, CA average of $20.54/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Upland, CA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Francisco | $28.09 | +37% | |
| 2 | San Jose | $25.23 | +23% | |
| 3 | Los Angeles | $24.56 | +20% | |
| 4 | San Diego | $23.54 | +15% | |
| 5 | Long Beach | $22.25 | +8% | |
| 6 | Sacramento | $20.87 | +2% | |
| 7 | Riverside | $19.88 | -3% | |
| 8 | Stockton | $19.64 | -4% | |
| 9 | Bakersfield | $19.11 | -7% | |
| 10 | Fresno | $18.97 | -8% |
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 Upland, 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 Upland, 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
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Available babysitters in Upland, CA
70 active listings in Upland
Nanny Sophia
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Nanny Maddy
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Nanny Samantha
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Nanny Jordan
Nanny Jordan
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My name is Jordan and I am a Visual and Performing Arts educator for a local school district.
I enjoy baking, making art, reading, and spending time in nature with my dogs. I’ve been an art teacher for going on four years, and have worked with children for almost a decade!
Since I am a full-time teacher, I am looking for some flexible babysitting jobs to help supplement my income!
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Nanny Serena
Nanny Serena
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I do have plenty of experience with infants and toddlers!
I’ve housesat and babysat on many, many different occasions so light housework would not be a problem! (I would say I’m pretty good as well :))
I am CPR certified and have my certification in CPI!
Please feel free to message me with any questions you may have!
