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How much does a babysitter cost in Staten Island, NY in 2026?
In Staten Island, NY, the average babysitter earns about $18.45 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $738/week or $3,198/month. Most Staten Island families pay somewhere in the $16–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 938 live babysitter listings in Staten Island on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $738
- Monthly
- $3,198
- Annual
- $38,376
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What drives the price
Most Staten Island families pay somewhere in the $16–$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) | $18.45 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$19.45 |
| 3+ kids | ~$20.45+ |
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 | $19.99/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $18.56/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $19.02/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $19.51/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.
Live-in rates are close to live-out here — but the package usually still includes room and board, so the all-in cost can be lower than it appears. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Staten Island babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Staten Island runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in Staten Island, NY typically costs about 8% less than the New York average of $20/hour and 10% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Staten Island, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Staten Island, NY | $18/hr | — |
| New York | $20/hr | +8% |
| United States | $17/hr | -9% |
Where Staten Island, NY fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Staten Island, NY is Scarsdale at $22.33/hour; the least expensive is Bronx at $16.95/hour.
Below are the 8 most and 8 least expensive cities near Staten Island, NY and how each compares to Staten Island, NY's average of $18.45/hour.
Most expensive cities near Staten Island, NY
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Staten Island, NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scarsdale | $22.33 | +21% | |
| 2 | New York | $21.55 | +17% | |
| 3 | White Plains | $21.26 | +15% | |
| 4 | New Rochelle | $20.34 | +10% | |
| 5 | The Bronx | $19.72 | +7% | |
| 6 | Brooklyn | $19.54 | +6% | |
| 7 | Yonkers | $19.50 | +6% | |
| 8 | Pittsford | $19.08 | +3% |
Least expensive cities near Staten Island, NY
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Staten Island, NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bronx | $16.95 | -8% | |
| 2 | Schenectady | $17.24 | -7% | |
| 3 | Rochester | $17.24 | -7% | |
| 4 | Syracuse | $17.43 | -6% | |
| 5 | Buffalo | $17.74 | -4% | |
| 6 | Saratoga Springs | $18.13 | -2% | |
| 7 | Albany | $18.26 | -1% | |
| 8 | Staten IslandThis city | $18.55 | +1% |
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 Staten Island, 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 Staten Island, 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
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Staten Island, NY
938 active listings in Staten Island
Nanny Ashling
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Nanny Makaiyah
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Nanny Yaheia
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Nanny Yomary
Nanny Yomary
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I have 5 years of paid experience, and I have 13 years of babysitting experience
Working on getting my own car soon!