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How much does a babysitter cost in Upper Darby Township, PA in 2026?
In Upper Darby Township, PA, the average babysitter earns about $17.24 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $690/week or $2,988/month. Most Upper Darby Township families pay somewhere in the $10–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 48 live babysitter listings in Upper Darby Township on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $690
- Monthly
- $2,988
- Annual
- $35,859
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What drives the price
Most Upper Darby Township families pay somewhere in the $10–$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) | $17.24 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.24 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.24+ |
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.
How do Upper Darby Township babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Upper Darby Township sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Upper Darby Township, PA typically costs about 7% more than the Pennsylvania average of $16/hour and 3% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Upper Darby Township, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Darby Township, PA | $17/hr | — |
| Pennsylvania | $16/hr | -7% |
| United States | $17/hr | -2% |
Where Upper Darby Township, 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 Upper Darby Township, PA average of $17.24/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Upper Darby Township, PA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pittsburgh | $17.13 | -1% | |
| 2 | Philadelphia | $17.08 | -1% | |
| 3 | State College | $15.80 | -8% | |
| 4 | Lancaster | $15.51 | -10% | |
| 5 | Allentown | $15.22 | -12% | |
| 6 | Harrisburg | $15.17 | -12% | |
| 7 | Scranton | $15.08 | -13% | |
| 8 | Reading | $14.93 | -13% | |
| 9 | York | $14.77 | -14% | |
| 10 | Erie | $14.19 | -18% |
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 Upper Darby Township, 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:
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Message the ones who look like a fit
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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.
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Available babysitters in Upper Darby Township, PA
48 active listings in Upper Darby Township
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Nanny Mariam
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I’m a dependable and organized babysitter, and I always make sure parents feel informed and at ease while I’m with their child. I like to keep kids engaged with activities that fit their age whether that’s reading together, simple crafts, playing games, or following their normal routines.
My goal is always to create a safe, positive, and calm environment, and to make things easier for both the child and the parents.
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