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How much does a babysitter cost in Somerset, NJ in 2026?
In Somerset, NJ, the average babysitter earns about $20.01 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $800/week or $3,468/month. Most Somerset families pay somewhere in the $15–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 31 live babysitter listings in Somerset on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $800
- Monthly
- $3,468
- Annual
- $41,621
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What drives the price
Most Somerset families pay somewhere in the $15–$30/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) | $20.01 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$21.01 |
| 3+ kids | ~$22.01+ |
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.
How do Somerset babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Somerset runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in Somerset, NJ typically costs about 5% more than the New Jersey average of $19/hour and 19% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Somerset, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset, NJ | $20/hr | — |
| New Jersey | $19/hr | -5% |
| United States | $17/hr | -16% |
Where Somerset, NJ fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.64/hour in Paterson to $21.45/hour in Hoboken.
Below: how each compares to the Somerset, NJ average of $20.01/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Somerset, NJ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoboken | $21.45 | +7% | |
| 2 | Jersey City | $19.62 | -2% | |
| 3 | Toms River | $18.90 | -6% | |
| 4 | Union City | $18.85 | -6% | |
| 5 | Newark | $18.41 | -8% | |
| 6 | North Bergen | $18.24 | -9% | |
| 7 | Elizabeth | $18.21 | -9% | |
| 8 | East Orange | $18.12 | -9% | |
| 9 | Trenton | $17.66 | -12% | |
| 10 | Paterson | $17.64 | -12% |
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 Somerset, NJ
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 Somerset, NJ
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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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 Somerset, NJ
31 active listings in Somerset
Nanny Maria
Nanny Maria
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My name is Maria , I’m 18 years old and currently a college student studying nursing, with hopes of specializing in pediatrics. I’ve always had a passion for working with children. As the older sister of two little girls, I’ve been babysitting since I was 12!
I attended Franklin High School, where I volunteered at the preschool/daycare and worked with children of all ages, including those with disabilities. I continued that volunteer work for my last two years of high school. Since then, I’ve been babysitting for a family with an infant and a toddler, so I have plenty of hands-on experience.
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