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How much does a babysitter cost in Fall River, MA in 2026?
In Fall River, MA, the average babysitter earns about $17.53 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $701/week or $3,039/month. Most Fall River families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 350 live babysitter listings in Fall River on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $701
- Monthly
- $3,039
- Annual
- $36,462
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What drives the price
Most Fall River families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/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) | $17.53 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.53 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.53+ |
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 | $18.39/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.41/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $17.97/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $17.43/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.
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.
How do Fall River babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Fall River sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Fall River, MA typically costs about 16% less than the Massachusetts average of $21/hour and 4% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Fall River, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | $18/hr | — |
| Massachusetts | $21/hr | +19% |
| United States | $17/hr | -4% |
Where Fall River, MA fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.53/hour in Fall River to $22.82/hour in Boston.
Below: how each compares to the Fall River, MA average of $17.53/hour — Fall River, MA is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Fall River, MA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston | $22.82 | +30% | |
| 2 | Nantucket | $22.28 | +27% | |
| 3 | Framingham | $22.16 | +26% | |
| 4 | Revere | $21.78 | +24% | |
| 5 | Worcester | $19.57 | +12% | |
| 6 | Lowell | $19.16 | +9% | |
| 7 | Brockton | $18.48 | +5% | |
| 8 | New Bedford | $17.83 | +2% | |
| 9 | Springfield | $17.58 | — | |
| 10 | Fall River | $17.53 | — |
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 Fall River, MA
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 Fall River, MA
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 Fall River, MA
350 active listings in Fall River
Nanny Jaeleah
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Nanny Trinity
Nanny Trinity
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I currently work as a preschool teacher as well as going to college for Early Childhood Education. I would love to work more with children outside my main job!
I can plan activities with your child, prepare food, change their diapers and clothes, and clean up around the house while you're out doing an errand or taking time to yourself!
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Nanny Riely
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