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How much does a babysitter cost in East Hampton, NY in 2026?
In East Hampton, NY, the average babysitter earns about $26.85 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $1,074/week or $4,654/month. Most East Hampton families pay somewhere in the $18–$35/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 73 live babysitter listings in East Hampton on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $1,074
- Monthly
- $4,654
- Annual
- $55,848
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What drives the price
Most East Hampton families pay somewhere in the $18–$35/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) | $26.85 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$27.85 |
| 3+ kids | ~$28.85+ |
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 | $26.71/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $25.84/hr |
Live-in arrangements look cheaper per hour because room and board are part of the package. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do East Hampton babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
East Hampton is one of the more expensive babysitter markets in the country.
Hiring babysitters in East Hampton, NY typically costs about 26% more than the New York average of $21/hour and 43% more than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. East Hampton, NY |
|---|---|---|
| East Hampton, NY | $27/hr | — |
| New York | $21/hr | -20% |
| United States | $19/hr | -30% |
Where East Hampton, NY fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $18.65/hour in Syracuse to $23.99/hour in New York.
Below: how each compares to the East Hampton, NY average of $26.85/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. East Hampton, NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $23.99 | -11% | |
| 2 | Brooklyn | $22.54 | -16% | |
| 3 | Flushing | $22.49 | -16% | |
| 4 | Queens | $21.25 | -21% | |
| 5 | The Bronx | $20.71 | -23% | |
| 6 | Staten Island | $20.28 | -24% | |
| 7 | Albany | $19.41 | -28% | |
| 8 | Rochester | $19.04 | -29% | |
| 9 | Buffalo | $19.03 | -29% | |
| 10 | Syracuse | $18.65 | -31% |
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 Hampton, 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 Hampton, NY
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 East Hampton, NY
73 active listings in East Hampton
Nanny Julie
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Nanny Larissa
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My name is Larissa. I am a local mother of 2. I have worked at our elementary and junior high school for the past 18 years. I have experience in kindergarten, first and all levels of special ed. Outside of the school I have babysat for families with infants through young teens. I would love a weekly date night babysitting job for the summer months or longer.
In my free time I love swimming and drawing.
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Nanny Briana
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Nanny Kiera
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