How much does a babysitter cost in Seattle, WA?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Seattle, WA is $20.47 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Seattle, WA is $716.45 ($20.47 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 $20.47 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $14.49 and $30. 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 Everett or Bellingham, 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 Everett, where the average hourly rate is $18.43.

The least expensive nearby cities for babysitters

The least expensive city to have a babysitter is Ellensburg at an hourly rate of $15.65. In deciding how much to pay a babysitter, the minimum wage can act as a starting point. However, it’s important to consider to benefits you can offer beyond the hourly rate like legal payroll and paid vacation time.

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

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First Aid

+6%

Car

+5%

Driver’s License

+3%

Full-time

+2%

English

-2%

Part-time

The average hourly rate for first aid babysitters is $22.17, 8% above the average in Seattle, WA. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $20.08, 2% below the average in Seattle, WA.

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Part-time Full-time Not sure

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

+2%

Toddler

+2%

Infant

+2%

Special needs

+2%

Preschooler

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Grade-schooler

The average hourly rate for toddler babysitters is $20.90, 2% above the average in Seattle, WA. For grade-schooler babysitters, the average hourly rate is $20.56, 0% above the average in Seattle, WA.

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Capitol Hill, Seattle$21/hr | 4 yrs experience

Hola soy Katty tengo una hija de 3 años ,si se lo importante que es criar un niño(a),lo haré con todo el amor mientras esté a su cuidado ,ya que me gustaria que también lo hicieran con mi niña.

Seattle$20/hr | < 1 yr experience

Hello families!! I am Melissa! I have years of experience with children, I babysat my little brother since I was 17. I am also a mother of a beautiful 8 year old. I have references from two families I worked with here in Seattle. My husband is a teacher and we both prepared ourselves constantly with reading, writing, grammar and kid's needs.
I can teach Spanish to your kids of you want to introduce a second language as well.
Can't wait to meet you!

Seattle$20/hr | < 1 yr experience

My name is Rosa I have 2 children one is 3 years old which is a boy and my other one is 6 years old girl. I work full time & when I'm off I pickup my children from school and also 2 other kids. I'm Mexican and grew up in a very big family which is why I love spending my time around little ones. I also enjoying cooking what better then Mexican food. I'm 27 years old born in Mexican but raised here my entire life.

Savannah Clowdus

Seattle$20/hr | < 1 yr experience

Hi my name is Savannah Clowdus, I'm 20 years old, and I am looking for a full time, live-in, nanny position. I want to start in the beginning of 2023 after the holidays. I wont be able to take my car with me so I wont have any reliable transportation. I love to clean, organize, help around the house. I love animals, doing things outside, going on walks, etc. I want this to be a long term position and build a relationship with the family I work for. If you think that I would make a good fit, please reach out! I look forward to meeting you! :)

Seattle$20/hr | 2 yrs experience

Hi! I'm Sarah and I'm 20 years old. I
currently live in Cottonwood Heights
but am wanting to relocate to Seattle in the next week or so. I was a full time infant
teacher at two daycares, the University
of Utah and La Petite Academy. I have
nannied for two families- most recently
nannied for 2-year-old twins
fulltime. I'm halfway done with
my degree in childhood education. I love going outdoors. I took
my nanny kids to music classes, the
zoo, aquariums, etc. I have worked with
newborns to teenagers and have a
clean driving record. I am CPR first aid
certified, safe sleep trained, and water safety certified. I have taken courses for child
development, nutrition, and childrens
literature through Salt Lake Community
College, and have volunteered in
several different elementary
classrooms and library programs.

Seattle$20/hr | 2 yrs experience

My name is Amy and I'm 21. Nannying to me is just as much of an opportunity for me to learn as it is to for the kids. I find that experiencing and creating memories with the kids I nanny is just as valuable to my own life as it is to theirs and that’s what I love about nannying. I’m a strong believer that you have to enjoy what you do in life and when I find the right match in a family the benefit is mutual and I feel that's how the best relationships are made.

Capitol Hill, Seattle$21/hr | 1 yrs experience

Hello! My name is Hannah, I am a 22 year old Seattle native who just graduated from Western Washington University. I studied Outdoor Recreation Management and Leadership with a minor in Psychology. I have past experience teaching Kayaking for children as well as for my university! I have also been a guide for kayak tours through Dragonfly Kayak Tours in Bellingham. I love creating inclusive spaces for all people to grow and form communities within recreation settings. I also love backpacking, hiking and mountaineering! I have climbed Rainier and Baker and am excited for more adventures in the future!

Esmeralda Delgado

Seattle$20/hr | < 1 yr experience

I’m Esmeralda, i love children, I’ve always wanted to work as a nanny, and now I finally have the chance, i have so much experience with little kids, when i was younger I used to take care of the newborns up to three years old at my school. Have for sure I will take care of your children very well.

Seattle$20/hr | < 1 yr experience

I’m a college student that majors in psychology. I used to be a preschool teacher in a daycare where I primarily worked with toddlers but I have worked with all ages.
I am from a military family. I am the oldest of four kids. I do have tattoos so if you would like for me to not show my tattoos, just let me know :)

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