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How much does a babysitter cost in Pittsburgh, PA?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Pittsburgh, PA is $16.48 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Pittsburgh, PA is $576.80 ($16.48 per hour × 35 hours).

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Pittsburgh, PA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Pittsburgh, PA is $16.48 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $7.25 and $25. A babysitter’s hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

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The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Bethlehem, West Chester, or Philadelphia, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter salary. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Pennsylvania is Bethlehem, where the average hourly rate is $17.14.
  1. Bethlehem
  2. West Chester
  3. Philadelphia

The least expensive nearby cities for babysitters

The least expensive city to have a babysitter is Erie at an hourly rate of $12.99. In deciding how much to pay a babysitter, the minimum wage can act as a starting point. However, it’s important to consider to benefits you can offer beyond the hourly rate like legal payroll and paid vacation time.
  1. Erie
  2. Reading
  3. Allentown

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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Pittsburgh, PA

+12%
Car
+12%
Spanish
+10%
Driver’s License
+10%
First Aid
+8%
Full-time
+4%
English
0%
Live-in
-1%
Part-time
The average hourly rate for car babysitters is $18.45, 12% above the average in Pittsburgh, PA. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $16.38, 1% below the average in Pittsburgh, PA.

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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Pittsburgh, PA

+5%
Infants
+4%
Grade-schoolers
+4%
Toddlers
+3%
Special needs
+3%
Preschoolers
The average hourly rate for infants babysitters is $17.27, 5% above the average in Pittsburgh, PA. For preschoolers babysitters, the average hourly rate is $16.98, 3% above the average in Pittsburgh, PA.

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Available babysitters in Pittsburgh, PA

Clare Flanigan
Pittsburgh$15/hr  |  7 years experience
Hi! I’m Clare and I’m a freshman at University of Pittsburgh studying Actuarial Math. I have had a lot of experience in child care, nannying for multiple summers and working in a daycare/preschool setting, where I worked primarily with infants and toddlers. I am CPR certified and have all my Pennsylvania state clearances. I look forward to meeting you and your children!
Maryam Otun
Pittsburgh$18/hr
Hello, I'm a student at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Emergency Medicine. I love kids and I would like to increase my experience with children so I am more prepared with working with pediatric pt when I enter the medical field. I am also a certified EMT in PA.
Savanna Reick
Pittsburgh$17/hr  |  5 years experience
I my name is savanna I am a college student. I attend Carlow University and I’m a nursing major planning to work in pediatrics when i graduate in may 2028. I am looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job. I’m also looking for a family who is willing to work with my college schedule as I am also on the volleyball team at Carlow University. I went through a health occupational class all through high school so I have a couple health care certifications and many of years of experience working with kids as in baby sitting from ages 0 months- 13 years of age.
July Sampson
Pittsburgh$16/hr  |  4 years experience
I'm a college student, looking to work and help out in family homes. I love working with children and I plan to have a career where I am able to mentor our youth. This would be great experience towards that goal.
Kaitlyn McKnight
Pittsburgh$17/hr
Hi my name is kaitlyn
Claire Frick
Pittsburgh$13/hr  |  1 year experience
Hi! My name is Claire and I’m a freshman at Pitt. I’ve been a babysitter for elementary school aged kids for about a year now. I typically work for date nights or last minute need for a sitter. Please reach out with any questions or concerns!
Amelia Carey
Pittsburgh$20/hr  |  1 year experience
Hi there! My name is Amelia. I am a first responder: PA licensed and Nationally Registered EMT, and am certified in infant, child, and adult CPR, efficient in the Heimlich maneuver, and back blows on infants, both life saving interventions during an choking emergency, as well as also having an above average first aid scope of practice in life saving interventions.
Raina Mckoen
South Side Flats, Pittsburgh$20/hr  |  3 years experience
Hello! My name is Raina! I am seeking part-time/ occasional babysitting roles, for “date-night” sitting hours.

I am a full time middle school History teacher, with a Master’s Degree in Education.

I have daycare and in-home nanny experience with kids of all ages, but mostly with infants through 3 year olds. I would love connect to discuss your family's childcare needs!
Nebula Westbrook
Pittsburgh$12.50/hr  |  6 years experience
Hi! My name is Star Westbrook and I've been looking after kids since the age of 6 (at that point I was definitely unpaid.) I have two younger brothers I have primarily looked after since they were both born (now ages 6 and 9). I have also babysat and nanny'ed for kids ages 0-7. I am almost 16 and am pursuing a job in the culinary arts. I love going on adventures with kids and doing fun arts and crafts, as well as simple baking.

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