Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated June 2026

How much does a full-time nanny cost in Terre Haute, IN in 2026?

In Terre Haute, IN, the average full-time nanny earns about $12.38 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $495/week or $2,146/month. Most Terre Haute families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$12.38/hr · Terre Haute average

These numbers come from 89 live full-time nanny listings in Terre Haute on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

Weekly (40 hrs): $495
Monthly: $2,146
Annual: $25,750

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What drives the price

Most Terre Haute families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/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)	$12.38
2 kids	~$13.38
3+ kids	~$14.38+

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 Terre Haute full-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring full-time nannies in Terre Haute, IN typically costs about 15% less than the Indiana average of $15/hour and 28% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly full-time nannies rates compared across Terre Haute, IN and reference areas.
Area	Average hourly rate	vs. Terre Haute, IN
Terre Haute, IN	$12/hr	—
Indiana	$15/hr	+18%
United States	$17/hr	+40%

Where Terre Haute, IN fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough full-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.38/hour in Terre Haute to $17.83/hour in Carmel.

Below: how each compares to the Terre Haute, IN average of $12.38/hour — Terre Haute, IN is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by full-time nanny rate

10 cities near Terre Haute, IN ranked by average hourly full-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#	City	$/hr	vs. Terre Haute, IN
1	Carmel	$17.83	+44%
2	Fishers	$16.38	+32%
3	Indianapolis	$16.17	+31%
4	South Bend	$15.58	+26%
5	Elkhart	$14.81	+20%
6	Bloomington	$14.78	+19%
7	Fort Wayne	$14.43	+17%
8	Evansville	$13.87	+12%
9	Muncie	$12.60	+2%
10	Terre HauteThis city	$12.38	—

● Most expensive nearby: Carmel ($17.83)● Least expensive nearby: Terre Haute ($12.38)

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 Terre Haute, IN

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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Schedule a phone call, then a paid trial day
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