How much does a babysitter cost in Seattle, WA?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Seattle, WA is $18.80 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Seattle, WA is $658 ($18.80 per hour × 35 hours).

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Seattle, WA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Seattle, WA is $18.80 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $13.69 and $27. A babysitter’s hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

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The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Tacoma or Kennewick, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter salary. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Washington is Tacoma, where the average hourly rate is $16.25.

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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Seattle, WA

+10%

First Aid

+7%

Car

+6%

Driver’s License

+6%

Full-time

+3%

English

-1%

Part-time

The average hourly rate for first aid babysitters is $20.66, 10% above the average in Seattle, WA. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $18.54, 1% below the average in Seattle, WA.

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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Seattle, WA

+5%

Infant

+4%

Toddler

+2%

Special needs

+2%

Preschooler

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Grade-schooler

The average hourly rate for infant babysitters is $19.70, 5% above the average in Seattle, WA. For grade-schooler babysitters, the average hourly rate is $18.79, 0% below the average in Seattle, WA.

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Seattle$18/hr | < 1 yr experience

I am 21 years old. I am trying to go to college full-time so part-time is all I can do. I’ve had over 10+ years of babysitting experience and a year of childcare experience. I am also fully vaccinated

Seattle$18/hr | 3 yrs experience

Hi there! I’m Devin from Napa California. I have experience with babies and children since I was 16 years old. I babysat my baby sister when my mom went back to work at 16. I also nannied for a lovely family in SF and Napa for 2.5 years that became family to me. I’ve worked in various childcare settings and am currently nannying for a family. I am moving to Seattle and would love to connect with a family and help them in any way I can! I have lots of energy, CPR and first aid certified. I love spending time playing, teaching and learning with children of all ages. My hobbies include working out, traveling, and hiking. I am a newly wed and I’m looking forward to this new adventure!

Northwest Seattle, Seattle$18/hr | < 1 yr experience

Hi, my name is Kayla. I recently moved to Seattle from Tennessee. In Tennessee I was a certified nurse assistant. I worked with children. I am first aid and cpr certified.

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Seattle$18/hr | 2 yrs experience

Currently, a preschool teacher moving to Seattle this summer. Just received my associate's degree and will be beginning my bachelor's this summer as well. I love to bake, create, do art, and adventure as much as possible. I have been a babysitter for nearly ten years and became a nanny in 2017. I am very hardworking, responsible, caring, dedicated, and creative. I am always prepared with activities if needed and dedicate a lot of time to making sure everything I cultivate is age-appropriate and entertaining.

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Highline, Seattle$19/hr | < 1 yr experience

Hello, my name is Leilani, currently I am in University. I am pursuing a career in Nursing and Education. Although I haven’t taken care of kids that aren’t in my family, I am the oldest so apart from taking care of my brother I took care of my cousins.

Seattle$19/hr | < 1 yr experience

I’m a mom to a 3 year old daughter who stays home with her dad and I am looking to work with children.

Northeast Seattle, Seattle$18/hr | < 1 yr experience

Hi! My name is Amber and Im 16 years old! A few of my interests are being outdoors, kids, cooking, and shopping. I have lots of experience with kids from being a sailing instructor, to a church preschool teacher, and babysitting family and neighborhood kids. My favorite subject in school is math, and i’m also fluent in Spanish. I obtained the Washington state seal of Biliteracy when I was in 8th grade, after taking Spanish since 1st grade. I’m best with kids from newborn-5 years old. I’m looking for a family that needs a longer term nanny, and would be flexible with my online school schedule. I’m currently doing school virtually M-F 9-12pm and 10-11 am on Wednesdays.

Seattle$18.50/hr | 2 yrs experience

Charismatic, cheerful, loving and emotionally supportive with a high natural sensitivity for kids. Leader and complex problem solver, committed to create an inspiring environment that promotes children’s physical, mental and emotional development.

Seattle$18/hr | < 1 yr experience

I have 2+ years of experience in childcare in many capacities! I worked at the Ballard Community Center for their before and after school program! I've also worked at outdoor camps at urban parks and in preschool settings. I love getting kids outside, doing origami, and building Lego projects! I am 25 Years old, live in Wallingford and I have flexible availability!

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