Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated June 2026

How much does a full-time nanny cost in Davenport, IA in 2026?

In Davenport, IA, the average full-time nanny earns about $15.23 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $609/week or $2,640/month. Most Davenport families pay somewhere in the $10–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.23/hr · Davenport average

These numbers come from 80 live full-time nanny listings in Davenport on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

Weekly (40 hrs): $609
Monthly: $2,640
Annual: $31,678

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What drives the price

Most Davenport families pay somewhere in the $10–$20/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a full-time nanny's rate.

Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

Number of kids

One child is the baseline. Each additional child usually adds $1–$2/hour. Twins and infants tend toward the high end.

+$1 to $2/hour per additional child

Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)	$15.23
2 kids	~$16.23
3+ kids	~$17.23+

Hours & schedule

Standard weekday daytime hours are easiest to staff. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and last-minute coverage all push rates up.

10–20%premium for off-hours coverage

Hourly rate adjustment by 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 Davenport full-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Davenport runs below the U.S. average for full-time nanny rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring full-time nannies in Davenport, IA typically costs about 5% more than the Iowa average of $15/hour and 12% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly full-time nannies rates compared across Davenport, IA and reference areas.
Area	Average hourly rate	vs. Davenport, IA
Davenport, IA	$15/hr	—
Iowa	$15/hr	-4%
United States	$17/hr	+14%

Where Davenport, IA fits among nearby cities

7 nearby cities have enough full-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.51/hour in Ames to $15.83/hour in Ankeny.

Below: how each compares to the Davenport, IA average of $15.23/hour — Davenport, IA is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by full-time nanny rate

7 cities near Davenport, IA ranked by average hourly full-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#	City	$/hr	vs. Davenport, IA
1	Ankeny	$15.83	+4%
2	Des Moines	$15.51	+2%
3	DavenportThis city	$15.23	—
4	Sioux City	$15.02	-1%
5	Cedar Rapids	$14.98	-2%
6	Iowa City	$14.82	-3%
7	Ames	$14.51	-5%

● Most expensive nearby: Ankeny ($15.83)● Least expensive nearby: Ames ($14.51)

Tips to find a great full-time nanny without overpaying

Be flexible on experience. Some of the best full-time nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced full-time nannies 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 full-time nannies 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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.

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How families use Nanny Lane to find a full-time nanny in Davenport, IA

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with full-time nannies — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

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Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the full-time nannies whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.
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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 full-time nanny fits with your family in real time.
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Hire your full-time nanny
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