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How much does a babysitter cost in Uniontown, PA in 2026?

In Uniontown, PA, the average babysitter earns about $15.41 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $616/week or $2,671/month. Most Uniontown families pay somewhere in the $7–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.41/hr · Uniontown average

These numbers come from 25 live babysitter listings in Uniontown on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$616
$2,671
$32,053

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What drives the price

Most Uniontown families pay somewhere in the $7–$20/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a babysitter's rate.
Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

02

Number of kids

One child is the baseline. Each additional child usually adds $1–$2/hour. Twins and infants tend toward the high end.
+$1 to $2/hour per additional child
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$15.41
2 kids~$16.41
3+ kids~$17.41+

03

Hours & schedule

Standard weekday daytime hours are easiest to staff. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and last-minute coverage all push rates up.
10–20%premium for off-hours coverage
Hourly rate adjustment by 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.

How do Uniontown babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Uniontown runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring babysitters in Uniontown, PA typically costs about 12% less than the Pennsylvania average of $17/hour and 18% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Uniontown, PA and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Uniontown, PA
Uniontown, PA$15/hr
Pennsylvania$17/hr+13%
United States$19/hr+22%

Where Uniontown, PA fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.92/hour in Erie to $20.43/hour in West Chester.

Below: how each compares to the Uniontown, PA average of $15.41/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Uniontown, PA ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Uniontown, PA
1West Chester$20.43+33%
2Philadelphia$19.35+26%
3Pittsburgh$18.98+23%
4State College$17.50+14%
5Lancaster$17.31+12%
6Allentown$17.00+10%
7York$16.33+6%
8Reading$16.33+6%
9Harrisburg$16.17+5%
10Erie$15.92+3%
Most expensive nearby: West Chester ($20.43) Least expensive nearby: Erie ($15.92)

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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.
Learn more about nanny sharing

How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Uniontown, 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:

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Uniontown, PA

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 Uniontown, PA

25 active listings in Uniontown

Corrina Y. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Corrina

Uniontown, PA
$15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Corrina, I am a full time student at South college going for my registered nurse.
I’ve always loved children, and it’s actually what I want to further my education in. I am currently 2 months pregnant and learning new experiences as they come!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kathleen M. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Kathleen

Uniontown, PA
$18 - $25/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Kate! I am a divorced 45 year old woman and I have one son that is 24 years old and many nieces & 2 nephews!!! I love children and I always have! I believe our children are our future so the importance of their experiences when they are younger definitely affects their attitudes, they morals and their boundaries which are significantly important when trying to raise them and to teach morals, values, respect, boundaries and while helping to teach all that you can and there is no bigger blessing than raising independent, kind, respectful & successful young adults. But making sure there is balance between teaching, learning & observing and Creative exploration. Creativity is extremely important as well. Fostering children’s gifts & strengths as well as improving on areas that are considered as needing some work. And maintaining a safe and secure place that children are able to relax & focus on their learning without as many di distractions. Thank you for your time.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Randi R. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Randi

Uniontown, PA
$16/hr
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a 16 year old Sophmore in high school. I have much back round babysitting for neighbors and family members. All children around different age groups start from newborns, infants, toddlers, elementary school children and middle school children. I absolutley adore all children!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Audaviah G. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Audaviah

Uniontown, PA
$13/hr
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Audaviah, I’ve been babysitting for around 4 years now and I also have a daughter myself that is 13 months old so I have experience with baby’s, infants and toddlers. I love being a mom and also helping other moms out with their little ones as well

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ruby D. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Ruby

Uniontown, PA
$19/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Ruby, I am a mother of 3 children whom are adults now, and recently became a grandma for the first time. I have been in the Healthcare field my entire life and now looking for something closer to home to spend more time with my family and yours.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mackenzie M. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Mackenzie

Uniontown, PA
$10/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m Mackenzie I am 19 I don’t have experience but I have watched my little brother and sister I do my school online so my schedule is flexible

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Gabby G. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Gabby

Uniontown, PA
$20/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Gabby! I am very outgoing and fun and positive and nice!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lorien S. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Lorien

Uniontown, PA
$10/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m an AP/Honors student and I do many fun hobbies and activities! I love children and I am great at taking care of them!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Helena B. - Seeking Work in Uniontown

Nanny Helena

Uniontown, PA
$10/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Helena Morgan brown I’m 33 years old. If you would like to know anything you are more then welcome to get ahold of me

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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