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How much does a babysitter cost in Cleburne, TX in 2026?

In Cleburne, TX, the average babysitter earns about $16.19 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $648/week or $2,806/month. Most Cleburne families pay somewhere in the $7–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$16.19/hr · Cleburne average

These numbers come from 48 live babysitter listings in Cleburne on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$648
$2,806
$33,675

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What drives the price

Most Cleburne families pay somewhere in the $7–$25/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)$16.19
2 kids~$17.19
3+ kids~$18.19+

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.

Full-time, part-time, and live-in babysitter rates

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$17.36/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$15.63/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.

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

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

Hiring babysitters in Cleburne, TX typically costs about 3% less than the Texas average of $17/hour and 14% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Cleburne, TX and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Cleburne, TX
Cleburne, TX$16/hr
Texas$17/hr+3%
United States$19/hr+16%

Where Cleburne, TX fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.09/hour in El Paso to $21.77/hour in Austin.

Below: how each compares to the Cleburne, TX average of $16.19/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Cleburne, TX ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Cleburne, TX
1Austin$21.77+34%
2Dallas$19.39+20%
3Houston$17.55+8%
4Fort Worth$17.47+8%
5Arlington$17.02+5%
6San Antonio$16.78+4%
7Denton$16.62+3%
8College Station$14.74-9%
9Lubbock$14.27-12%
10El Paso$14.09-13%
Most expensive nearby: Austin ($21.77) Least expensive nearby: El Paso ($14.09)

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 Cleburne, TX

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 Cleburne, TX

    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 Cleburne, TX

48 active listings in Cleburne

Amanda M. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Amanda

Cleburne, TX
$20 - $30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a dedicated educator and childcare professional with over 14 years of experience working with children of all ages, including extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Throughout my career, I have focused on creating safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments that help every child reach their full potential. I am passionate about building positive relationships with students and families while supporting each child’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alyssa G. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Alyssa

Cleburne, TX
$16 - $17/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 17 years old. I’m very respectful very responsible. I love to do fun activities. I’m a very outgoing person.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Isabella S. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Isabella

Cleburne, TX
$15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I have experience babysitting children from 2.5 months old to 10 years old. I have never had a bad review after babysitting. I've passed a previous background check and have had my fingerprints run (if information is needed).

In the fall I will begin my sophomore year of college. I am pursuing a Bachelor's through Liberty University's Online Health Sciences Program.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Savannah Paige S. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Savannah Paige

Cleburne, TX
$15/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

i’m 18 years old, I don’t have paid experience but I have tons of nephews and nieces ive taken care of.
i’m graduated, I work at 7brew.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kylah R. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Kylah

Cleburne, TX
$15/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kylah. I am 18 years old. I’m CPR and first aid certified. I live spending time with kids and playing with them! I plan on going to college for dentistry.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Leah S. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Leah

Cleburne, TX
$15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

i am a older sister of 3 brothers I have to take care of them so I know and have experience taking care of kids. whatever the job is I’ll do it

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jurnee C. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Jurnee

Cleburne, TX
$14/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Jur’nee I’m a college student currently going to school for early childhood development I’m goofy I love kids and do plan to own my own daycare in the near future if you have any questions please feel free to reach out and I’ll be happy to answer them

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Aliyah H. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Aliyah

Cleburne, TX
$13 - $15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sharon C. - Seeking Work in Cleburne

Nanny Sharon

Cleburne, TX
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Im sharon carter 44 years old with a 17 years experience of taking care of kids
If you need more information please just call me [phone number hidden]
Thank you

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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