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How much does a babysitter cost in Drexel Hill, PA in 2026?
In Drexel Hill, PA, the average babysitter earns about $16.79 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $672/week or $2,910/month. Most Drexel Hill families pay somewhere in the $9–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 80 live babysitter listings in Drexel Hill on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $672
- Monthly
- $2,910
- Annual
- $34,923
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What drives the price
Most Drexel Hill families pay somewhere in the $9–$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) | $16.79 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$17.79 |
| 3+ kids | ~$18.79+ |
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 | $16.95/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.82/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 Drexel Hill babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Drexel Hill sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Drexel Hill, PA typically costs about 5% more than the Pennsylvania average of $16/hour and the same as the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Drexel Hill, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel Hill, PA | $17/hr | — |
| Pennsylvania | $16/hr | -4% |
| United States | $17/hr | +0% |
Where Drexel Hill, PA fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.19/hour in Erie to $17.13/hour in Pittsburgh.
Below: how each compares to the Drexel Hill, PA average of $16.79/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Drexel Hill, PA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pittsburgh | $17.13 | +2% | |
| 2 | Philadelphia | $17.08 | +2% | |
| 3 | State College | $15.80 | -6% | |
| 4 | Lancaster | $15.51 | -8% | |
| 5 | Allentown | $15.22 | -9% | |
| 6 | Harrisburg | $15.17 | -10% | |
| 7 | Scranton | $15.08 | -10% | |
| 8 | Reading | $14.93 | -11% | |
| 9 | York | $14.77 | -12% | |
| 10 | Erie | $14.19 | -15% |
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 Drexel Hill, PA
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 Drexel Hill, PA
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 Drexel Hill, PA
80 active listings in Drexel Hill
Nanny Emma
Nanny Emma
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i’ve bonded with so many of my babies at work (‘m a floater so i know them all!) and i will miss them so much if i leave but the company i’m at just isn’t working for me anymore unfortunately ☹️ really hoping to find a family with a little one or two that will fill the hole quitting my daycare job will leave 🧡
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Nanny Tracey Lynn
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Nanny Petra
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Nanny Tori
Nanny Tori
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do sports but I’m now a gym girl now. Very responsible and trust worthy as-well as PROTECTIVE. I like to keep laughs, smiles, & positive vibes.
Nanny Sakina
Nanny Sakina
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Please don't hesitate to give me a try