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How much does a babysitter cost in Little Falls, MN in 2026?

In Little Falls, MN, the average babysitter earns about $14.99 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $600/week or $2,598/month. Most Little Falls families pay somewhere in the $11–$19/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$14.99/hr · Little Falls average

These numbers come from 51 live babysitter listings in Little Falls on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$600
$2,598
$31,179

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What drives the price

Most Little Falls families pay somewhere in the $11–$19/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a babysitter's rate.
Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

02

Number of kids

One child is the baseline. Each additional child usually adds $1–$2/hour. Twins and infants tend toward the high end.
+$1 to $2/hour per additional child
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$14.99
2 kids~$15.99
3+ kids~$16.99+

03

Hours & schedule

Standard weekday daytime hours are easiest to staff. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and last-minute coverage all push rates up.
10–20%premium for off-hours coverage
Hourly rate adjustment by 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

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$14.98/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$15.37/hr

Part-time and full-time hourly rates are similar here — short schedules don't always command a premium when full-time openings are easy to fill.

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How do Little Falls babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Little Falls runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring babysitters in Little Falls, MN typically costs about 11% less than the Minnesota average of $17/hour and 11% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Little Falls, MN and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Little Falls, MN
Little Falls, MN$15/hr
Minnesota$17/hr+13%
United States$17/hr+12%

Where Little Falls, MN fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.94/hour in Mankato to $18.15/hour in Minneapolis.

Below: how each compares to the Little Falls, MN average of $14.99/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Little Falls, MN ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Little Falls, MN
1Minneapolis$18.15+21%
2Rochester$17.76+18%
3Woodbury$17.52+17%
4Saint Paul$17.26+15%
5Shakopee$16.75+12%
6Blaine$16.57+11%
7Moorhead$16.32+9%
8St. Cloud$15.85+6%
9Duluth$15.68+5%
10Mankato$14.94
Most expensive nearby: Minneapolis ($18.15) Least expensive nearby: Mankato ($14.94)

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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Little Falls, MN

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Little Falls, MN

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 Little Falls, MN

51 active listings in Little Falls

Isabel F. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Isabel

Little Falls, MN
$16/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hey if you ever need a sitter or nanny I am available! I am cpr and first aid certified I have also taken all my babysitting classes! I have been babysitting for like 12 years now I have lots of experience with newborns and up I have also worked in a daycare setting and also kids with disabilities 🙂 I am pretty flexible with price also just let me know if you have questions thank you!! 💗

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Charlene K. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Charlene

Little Falls, MN
$17/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm sixty four years old and the mother of three boys. I owned my own daycare and have always had children in my life. I moved to Minnesota on September 1st and my job before I left was working in a child care. This child care center it's a multi-level ages newborn to kindergarten.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Avery S. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Avery

Little Falls, MN
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I have worked in childcare for 4 years and I am studying early childhood education. I have experience with child care centers and school district preschool (brainerd schools). I have experience with 3 month olds to 12 year olds. My biggest passion is early childhood education and helping children learn and grow!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Savanna P. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Savanna

Little Falls, MN
$17.50/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Im a big book nerd, love working with kids, I can cook, bake and paint.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Michaela F. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Michaela

Little Falls, MN
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Michaela Fisher I am 19 years old and I live in Little Falls MN and have recently been looking for a nanny/ babysitting job near my area. I currently work at diamond willow assisted living in Little Falls. I have not had a job like this before but have younger siblings as I am the oldest, I am always eager to learn! I am currently in high school but only go two days a week 8:15am-11:45am. I graduate in November 2023
Abby B. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Abby

Little Falls, MN
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Abby, I'm 20 years old and going to an online college to be a veterinary technician. I also love kids and want to have a job where I could pursue both aspects.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shye W. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Shye

Little Falls, MN
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is shye, I am 26 years old. I am good with kids. I grew up with my mom running a daycare from the age of 18 until she quit when I was 23.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Keri P. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Keri

Little Falls, MN
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hey I'm Keri. I'm a 33 year old mom of one. I live a quiet, fun, never dull life with my little family which includes, myself, my fiance, Josh, and our 9 year old son, Austin. I am looking for a career change and am coming back to childcare. I am not licensed. I have been around kids my entire life. My mom ran a professional daycare and I've been helping for as long as I can remember. I have worked with children with special needs/disabilities. I have knowledge and training in lift systems for wheelchair bound children as well. I am CPR/SIDS/First Aid certified. I am very adaptable, trustworthy, punctual, honest, friendly, and most of all, caring. I look forward to meeting your little one and taking care of them with the same sort of love and affection you would give them.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emily W. - Seeking Work in Little Falls

Nanny Emily

Little Falls, MN
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Emily Walz, My mom did at home daycare for over 12 years and I also worked at a daycare for a year before moving to little falls. I also did babysitting on the side, I am CPR certified and I would love to spend that day with your children!

Certification

CPR
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