How much does a babysitter cost in Springfield, IL?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Springfield, IL is $16.55 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Springfield, IL is $579.25 ($16.55 per hour × 35 hours).

How much to pay a babysitter near you?

What's the average cost of a babysitter in Springfield, IL?

The average cost of a babysitter is $16.55 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $22. A babysitter's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Glenview, Naperville, or Evanston, 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 cost. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Illinois is Glenview, where the average hourly rate is $19.10.
  1. Glenview
  2. Naperville
  3. Evanston
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How much does a babysitter cost near you?

How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Springfield, IL

  • +10%
    Live-in
  • +8%
    First aid
  • +7%
    Car
  • +7%
    Driver's license
  • +5%
    Full-time
  • +3%
    Part-time
The average hourly rate for live-in babysitters is $18.26, 10% above the average in Springfield, IL. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $17.07, 3% above the average in Springfield, IL.
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How much should you pay a babysitter based on your needs?

How oftnen do you need a babysitter?

How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Springfield, IL

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    Infant care
  • +5%
    Grade-schooler care
  • +5%
    Toddler care
  • +5%
    Special needs care
  • +4%
    Preschooler care
The average hourly rate for infant care babysitters is $17.40, 5% above the average in Springfield, IL. For preschooler care babysitters, the average hourly rate is $17.27, 4% above the average in Springfield, IL.

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Available babysitters in Springfield, IL

Sara C. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Sara

Springfield, IL
$16/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a CNA working on my MA. I love working with kids, whether it’s games or activities they enjoy. I am CPR certified

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shelby H. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Shelby

Springfield, IL
$17/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Shelby and I’m eighteen years old. I have been babysitting for quite a few years, and plan on going to college to be a grade school teacher.

Have experience working with

Infants
Abby S. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Abby

Springfield, IL
$16/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Abby and I am 18 years old. I have 4 younger siblings ive helped take care of! I’m a recent high school graduate and am enrolled in Lincoln land community college and will hopefully get a nursing degree. I have a heart for children and helping others! Ive babysat and taken care of several families children and pets. I hope you consider me.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Shannon F. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Shannon

Springfield, IL
$16.85/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I like writing poems, reading books, and also writing music I’m very kind and respectful and I try to be as presentable as I can

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Arielle B. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Arielle

Springfield, IL
$16/hr
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Arielle, I am 17 years old. I am the 2nd oldest of 4, so i have some experience under my belt. I am a rising senior in highschool. I having a baking business and enjoy working with kids. I’ve taken 2 courses of ece and child ed so i’m pretty knowledgeable.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Laharmony W. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Laharmony

Springfield, IL
$16.93/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Laharmony I love kids and doing creative activities with them teaching them new things I’m 14.
Mychelle M. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Mychelle

Springfield, IL
$16.84/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 15 almost 16 just looking for small ways to make a little money to save up until I’m 16 to get a part time job I do have one nose piercing and my hair is dyed and I have ear piercings if those aren’t a problem I’m nice and respectful and I’ll do light housework and cook

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Keyshawnna T. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Keyshawnna

Springfield, IL
$16/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Keyshawnna Thomas I’m looking to help parents out with their kids this job is temporary for me because I am 19 years old planning on leaving for school in few weeks but I’m good with kids I been baby sitting family and friends kids for a while now

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Jala A. - Seeking Work in Springfield

Nanny Jala

Springfield, IL
$16/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Jala I’m 17 years old I love children n also cleaning so yo house won’t ever be a mess u will always come home to clean n nice I’m very respectful n I’m still in school at Lincoln land

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
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