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How much does a babysitter cost in Auburn, ME in 2026?
In Auburn, ME, the average babysitter earns about $17.62 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $705/week or $3,054/month. Most Auburn 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 83 live babysitter listings in Auburn on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $705
- Monthly
- $3,054
- Annual
- $36,650
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What drives the price
Most Auburn 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) | $17.62 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.62 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.62+ |
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 | $18.61/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.16/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 Auburn babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Auburn sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Auburn, ME typically costs about 5% less than the Maine average of $18/hour and 5% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Auburn, ME |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn, ME | $18/hr | — |
| Maine | $18/hr | +5% |
| United States | $17/hr | -5% |
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 Auburn, ME
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 Auburn, ME
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
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Auburn, ME
83 active listings in Auburn
Nanny Merveille
Nanny Merveille
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I’m available during afternoons, evenings, and weekends, and I’m also comfortable with light meal prep, tidying up, and following family rules closely. I’m mature for my age, easy to communicate with, and always show up on time. I’d love the opportunity to support your family!
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Nanny Preta do musseque
Nanny Preta do musseque
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Nanny Kaitlyn
Nanny Kaitlyn
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Nanny Lacy
Nanny Lacy
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Nanny D'Lanie
Nanny D'Lanie
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Nanny Mariah
Nanny Mariah
A little bit about me
I love kids so much
Love babysitting
I have babysitting a bunch of kids 1 to age 6 months
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