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How much does a child care provider cost in New Britain, CT in 2026?
In New Britain, CT, the average child care provider earns about $17.69 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $708/week or $3,066/month. Most New Britain families pay somewhere in the $16–$22/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 106 live child care provider listings in New Britain on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $708
- Monthly
- $3,066
- Annual
- $36,795
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What drives the price
Most New Britain families pay somewhere in the $16–$22/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) | $17.69 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.69 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.69+ |
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 child care provider rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $18.59/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.81/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $18.47/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 child care provider.
How do New Britain child care provider rates compare to state and national averages?
New Britain runs above the U.S. average for child care provider rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring child care in New Britain, CT typically costs about 12% less than the Connecticut average of $20/hour and 5% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. New Britain, CT |
|---|---|---|
| New Britain, CT | $18/hr | — |
| Connecticut | $20/hr | +13% |
| United States | $17/hr | -5% |
Where New Britain, CT fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough child care provider data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.17/hour in Waterbury to $24.14/hour in Greenwich.
Below: how each compares to the New Britain, CT average of $17.69/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by child care provider rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. New Britain, CT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenwich | $24.14 | +36% | |
| 2 | New Canaan | $22.44 | +27% | |
| 3 | Darien | $22.20 | +25% | |
| 4 | Fairfield | $21.09 | +19% | |
| 5 | Stamford | $21.02 | +19% | |
| 6 | Norwalk | $20.30 | +15% | |
| 7 | Hartford | $19.06 | +8% | |
| 8 | Bridgeport | $18.65 | +5% | |
| 9 | New Haven | $18.54 | +5% | |
| 10 | Waterbury | $17.17 | -3% |
Tips to find a great child care provider without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best child care on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced child care 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 child care 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 child care provider in New Britain, CT
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with child care — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse child care provider profiles in New Britain, CT
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the child care 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 child care provider fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your child care provider
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Available child care in New Britain, CT
106 active listings in New Britain
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My name is Shakita and I am a former music educator and chef. I have worn many hats in my career. I'm always willing to take on a task for the better of the community or job I am working. I had my beautiful daughter Sofia in August and I have been looking for work that would allow me to care for her as well as your child if you would give me the honor of taking care of your little bundle. I have lots of daycare experience as that was one of my first jobs. I am honestly a mom looking to make ends meet. I have been CPR and First Aid certified, which recently expired. I am willing to take the classes again. Funds have just been very low on my end recently.
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