Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated
How much does a babysitter cost in Hurst, TX in 2026?
In Hurst, TX, the average babysitter earns about $15.58 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $623/week or $2,701/month. Most Hurst families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 99 live babysitter listings in Hurst on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $623
- Monthly
- $2,701
- Annual
- $32,406
Find babysitters near you
What drives the price
Most Hurst families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/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) | $15.58 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$16.58 |
| 3+ kids | ~$17.58+ |
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 | $16.30/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $15.99/hr |
Part-time and full-time hourly rates are similar here — short schedules don't always command a premium when full-time openings are easy to fill.
How do Hurst babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Hurst runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Hurst, TX typically costs about 3% more than the Texas average of $15/hour and 7% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Hurst, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Hurst, TX | $16/hr | — |
| Texas | $15/hr | -3% |
| United States | $17/hr | +8% |
Where Hurst, TX fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Hurst, TX is Austin at $17.59/hour; the least expensive is Laredo at $11.24/hour.
Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Hurst, TX and how each compares to Hurst, TX's average of $15.58/hour.
Most expensive cities near Hurst, TX
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Hurst, TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austin | $17.59 | +13% | |
| 2 | Cedar Park | $16.75 | +8% | |
| 3 | Prosper | $16.52 | +6% | |
| 4 | The Woodlands | $16.29 | +5% | |
| 5 | Georgetown | $16.22 | +4% | |
| 6 | Shenandoah | $16.20 | +4% | |
| 7 | Dallas | $16.20 | +4% | |
| 8 | Pflugerville | $16.03 | +3% | |
| 9 | Richardson | $16.01 | +3% | |
| 10 | Leander | $15.93 | +2% |
Least expensive cities near Hurst, TX
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Hurst, TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laredo | $11.24 | -28% | |
| 2 | Copperas Cove | $11.35 | -27% | |
| 3 | Mc Allen | $11.79 | -24% | |
| 4 | Longview | $11.87 | -24% | |
| 5 | Baytown | $11.91 | -24% | |
| 6 | Edinburg | $12.09 | -22% | |
| 7 | Beaumont | $12.26 | -21% | |
| 8 | Killeen | $12.28 | -21% | |
| 9 | Abilene | $12.28 | -21% | |
| 10 | El Paso | $12.38 | -21% |
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?
and enjoy flexible child care.
How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Hurst, 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:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Hurst, TX
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
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
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Hurst, TX
99 active listings in Hurst
Nanny Akriti
Nanny Akriti
A little bit about me
Certifications
Nanny Jayci
Nanny Jayci
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Nanny Lily
Nanny Lily
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Certification
Nanny Angela
Nanny Angela
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Certifications
Nanny Gloria
Nanny Gloria
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Certifications
Nanny Elena
Nanny Elena
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Certifications
Nanny Belinda
Nanny Belinda
A little bit about me
Nanny Marley
Nanny Marley
A little bit about me
Have experience working with
Certifications
Nanny Lewis
Nanny Lewis
A little bit about me
I am attending university for English literature and seeking graduate programs to earn my PhD and become a professor.
In my free time I enjoy making music (I play 23 instruments!) drawing, playing board games, and writing.
I have a 5 year old cat named Lady!
I've babysat all my life, including raising my little brother, who is 4 years younger than me.
I know that a male babysitter may not be everyone's cup of tea, because there are some unfortunate risks that come with hiring a male to look after your children, but I assure you that my track record is absolutely clean, and I am happily engaged to the love of my life.