Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated October 2026

How much does a full-time nanny cost in Allentown, PA in 2026?

In Allentown, PA, the average full-time nanny earns about $18.22 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $729/week or $3,158/month. Most Allentown families pay somewhere in the $8–$29/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$18.22/hr · Allentown average

These numbers come from 83 live full-time nanny listings in Allentown on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

Weekly (40 hrs): $729
Monthly: $3,158
Annual: $37,898

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What drives the price

Most Allentown families pay somewhere in the $8–$29/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)	$18.22
2 kids	~$19.22
3+ kids	~$20.22+

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

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

Hiring full-time nannies in Allentown, PA typically costs about 6% less than the Pennsylvania average of $19/hour and 9% less than the United States average of $20/hour.

Average hourly full-time nannies rates compared across Allentown, PA and reference areas.
Area	Average hourly rate	vs. Allentown, PA
Allentown, PA	$18/hr	—
Pennsylvania	$19/hr	+6%
United States	$20/hr	+9%

Where Allentown, PA fits among nearby cities

5 nearby cities have enough full-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.31/hour in Erie to $20.91/hour in Pittsburgh.

Below: how each compares to the Allentown, PA average of $18.22/hour — Allentown, PA is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by full-time nanny rate

5 cities near Allentown, PA ranked by average hourly full-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#	City	$/hr	vs. Allentown, PA
1	Pittsburgh	$20.91	+15%
2	Philadelphia	$20.68	+14%
3	Lancaster	$19.01	+4%
4	AllentownThis city	$18.22	—
5	Erie	$17.31	-5%

● Most expensive nearby: Pittsburgh ($20.91)● Least expensive nearby: Erie ($17.31)

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 Allentown, PA

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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