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How much does a babysitter cost in East Flatbush, NY in 2026?
In East Flatbush, NY, the average babysitter earns about $21.45 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $858/week or $3,718/month. Most East Flatbush families pay somewhere in the $16–$33/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 54 live babysitter listings in East Flatbush on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $858
- Monthly
- $3,718
- Annual
- $44,616
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What drives the price
Most East Flatbush families pay somewhere in the $16–$33/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) | $21.45 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$22.45 |
| 3+ kids | ~$23.45+ |
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 | $22.16/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $23.22/hr |
Part-time often runs higher per hour than full-time. Short, fragmented schedules are harder for babysitters to fill alongside other jobs, so the per-hour rate compensates.
How do East Flatbush babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
East Flatbush runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in East Flatbush, NY typically costs about the same as the New York average of $21/hour and 13% more than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. East Flatbush, NY |
|---|---|---|
| East Flatbush, NY | $21/hr | — |
| New York | $21/hr | +0% |
| United States | $19/hr | -12% |
Where East Flatbush, NY fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $18.67/hour in Syracuse to $24.07/hour in New York.
Below: how each compares to the East Flatbush, NY average of $21.45/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. East Flatbush, NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $24.07 | +12% | |
| 2 | Flushing | $22.80 | +6% | |
| 3 | Brooklyn | $22.68 | +6% | |
| 4 | Queens | $21.25 | -1% | |
| 5 | The Bronx | $20.75 | -3% | |
| 6 | Staten Island | $20.31 | -5% | |
| 7 | Albany | $19.45 | -9% | |
| 8 | Rochester | $19.14 | -11% | |
| 9 | Buffalo | $19.05 | -11% | |
| 10 | Syracuse | $18.67 | -13% |
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 East Flatbush, NY
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 East Flatbush, NY
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 East Flatbush, NY
54 active listings in East Flatbush
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