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How much does a babysitter cost in Marysville, WA in 2026?
In Marysville, WA, the average babysitter earns about $20.51 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $820/week or $3,555/month. Most Marysville families pay somewhere in the $17–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 232 live babysitter listings in Marysville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $820
- Monthly
- $3,555
- Annual
- $42,661
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What drives the price
Most Marysville families pay somewhere in the $17–$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) | $20.51 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$21.51 |
| 3+ kids | ~$22.51+ |
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 | $21.56/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $20.50/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $21.94/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $21.02/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 are close to live-out here — but the package usually still includes room and board, so the all-in cost can be lower than it appears. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the babysitter.
How do Marysville babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Marysville is one of the more expensive babysitter markets in the country.
Hiring babysitters in Marysville, WA typically costs about 3% more than the Washington average of $20/hour and 22% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Marysville, WA |
|---|---|---|
| Marysville, WA | $21/hr | — |
| Washington | $20/hr | -3% |
| United States | $17/hr | -18% |
Where Marysville, WA fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Marysville, WA is Seattle at $22.48/hour; the least expensive is Yakima at $17.62/hour.
Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Marysville, WA and how each compares to Marysville, WA's average of $20.51/hour.
Most expensive cities near Marysville, WA
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Marysville, WA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle | $22.48 | +10% | |
| 2 | Redmond | $22.20 | +8% | |
| 3 | Bothell | $22.02 | +7% | |
| 4 | Edmonds | $21.95 | +7% | |
| 5 | Kirkland | $21.93 | +7% | |
| 6 | Bellevue | $21.89 | +7% | |
| 7 | Issaquah | $21.70 | +6% | |
| 8 | Snohomish | $21.35 | +4% | |
| 9 | Lynnwood | $20.96 | +2% | |
| 10 | Gig Harbor | $20.30 | -1% |
Least expensive cities near Marysville, WA
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Marysville, WA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yakima | $17.62 | -14% | |
| 2 | Spokane Valley | $17.97 | -12% | |
| 3 | Spokane | $18.07 | -12% | |
| 4 | Lacey | $18.20 | -11% | |
| 5 | Richland | $18.23 | -11% | |
| 6 | Bremerton | $18.45 | -10% | |
| 7 | Vancouver | $18.45 | -10% | |
| 8 | Lakewood | $18.55 | -10% | |
| 9 | Tacoma | $18.87 | -8% | |
| 10 | Olympia | $18.87 | -8% |
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 Marysville, WA
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 Marysville, WA
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
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Available babysitters in Marysville, WA
232 active listings in Marysville
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I believe children learn best through play, exploration, connection, and meaningful experiences. You are much more likely to find me outside exploring nature, creating art, reading stories, baking, building forts, or going on adventures than sitting children down with worksheets.
I value strong relationships with both children and their families and believe the best nanny-family partnerships are built on trust, communication, and genuine connection. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel loved, supported, and free to be themselves while having fun and learning along the way.