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How much does a babysitter cost in Brentwood, TN in 2026?
In Brentwood, TN, the average babysitter earns about $20.16 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $806/week or $3,494/month. Most Brentwood families pay somewhere in the $7–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 166 live babysitter listings in Brentwood on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $806
- Monthly
- $3,494
- Annual
- $41,933
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What drives the price
Most Brentwood families pay somewhere in the $7–$30/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) | $20.16 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$21.16 |
| 3+ kids | ~$22.16+ |
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 | $22.44/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $20.46/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $20.63/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $22.72/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 here run higher than live-out — uncommon, but typically reflects specialty demand for around-the-clock or live-in newborn care. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Brentwood babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Brentwood runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in Brentwood, TN typically costs about 30% more than the Tennessee average of $15/hour and 20% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Brentwood, TN |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood, TN | $20/hr | — |
| Tennessee | $15/hr | -23% |
| United States | $17/hr | -17% |
Where Brentwood, TN fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Brentwood, TN is Franklin at $18.58/hour; the least expensive is Johnson City at $12.44/hour.
Below are the 9 most and 9 least expensive cities near Brentwood, TN and how each compares to Brentwood, TN's average of $20.16/hour.
Most expensive cities near Brentwood, TN
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brentwood, TN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin | $18.58 | -8% | |
| 2 | BrentwoodThis city | $18.43 | -9% | |
| 3 | Mt. Juliet | $17.57 | -13% | |
| 4 | Nashville | $17.45 | -13% | |
| 5 | Gallatin | $17.14 | -15% | |
| 6 | Spring Hill | $16.25 | -19% | |
| 7 | Hendersonville | $15.11 | -25% | |
| 8 | Knoxville | $15.10 | -25% | |
| 9 | Lebanon | $14.48 | -28% |
Least expensive cities near Brentwood, TN
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brentwood, TN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johnson City | $12.44 | -38% | |
| 2 | Jackson | $12.53 | -38% | |
| 3 | Clarksville | $12.93 | -36% | |
| 4 | Cleveland | $13.03 | -35% | |
| 5 | Columbia | $13.97 | -31% | |
| 6 | Maryville | $13.98 | -31% | |
| 7 | Murfreesboro | $14.03 | -30% | |
| 8 | Chattanooga | $14.20 | -30% | |
| 9 | Memphis | $14.27 | -29% |
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 Brentwood, TN
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 Brentwood, TN
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 Brentwood, TN
166 active listings in Brentwood
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