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How much does a child care provider cost in Lebanon, MO in 2026?
In Lebanon, MO, the average child care provider earns about $15.37 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $615/week or $2,664/month. Most Lebanon families pay somewhere in the $14–$18/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 27 live child care provider listings in Lebanon on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $615
- Monthly
- $2,664
- Annual
- $31,970
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What drives the price
Most Lebanon families pay somewhere in the $14–$18/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) | $15.37 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$16.37 |
| 3+ kids | ~$17.37+ |
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.
How do Lebanon child care provider rates compare to state and national averages?
Lebanon runs below the U.S. average for child care provider rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring child care in Lebanon, MO typically costs about 3% less than the Missouri average of $16/hour and 8% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Lebanon, MO |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon, MO | $15/hr | — |
| Missouri | $16/hr | +3% |
| United States | $17/hr | +9% |
Where Lebanon, MO fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough child care provider data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.07/hour in Cape Girardeau to $17.62/hour in St. Peters.
Below: how each compares to the Lebanon, MO average of $15.37/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by child care provider rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Lebanon, MO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Peters | $17.62 | +15% | |
| 2 | Kansas City | $17.00 | +11% | |
| 3 | St. Louis | $16.71 | +9% | |
| 4 | Lee's Summit | $16.34 | +6% | |
| 5 | Florissant | $15.98 | +4% | |
| 6 | Independence | $15.93 | +4% | |
| 7 | Columbia | $15.39 | — | |
| 8 | Springfield | $15.37 | — | |
| 9 | Joplin | $15.11 | -2% | |
| 10 | Cape Girardeau | $14.07 | -8% |
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 Lebanon, MO
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 Lebanon, MO
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 Lebanon, MO
27 active listings in Lebanon
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Nanny Elise
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My name is Elise Ryan and I am a junior at Pensacola Christian College but home for the summer. I was homeschooled growing up along with my 6 siblings. I am an aunt to 14 nieces and nephews and have been since I was 5. I am looking forward to nannying for the summer.