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How much does a live-in nanny cost in Austin, TX in 2026?
In Austin, TX, the average live-in nanny earns about $21.23 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $849/week or $3,680/month. Most Austin families pay somewhere in the $7–$34/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
Average hourly rate$21.23/hr · Austin average
These numbers come from 203 live live-in nanny listings in Austin on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $849
- Monthly
- $3,680
- Annual
- $44,158
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What drives the price
Most Austin families pay somewhere in the $7–$34/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.
01
Experience
More experienced live-in nannys command higher rates. Entry-level (0-2 yrs) average $19.55/hour, while the most experienced (6-10 yrs) charge around $24.94/hour.
Avg hourly rate by years of experience
02
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
| 1 kid (baseline) | $21.23 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$22.23 |
| 3+ kids | ~$23.23+ |
03
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
| 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 live-in nanny rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $22.86/hr | See full-time rates → |
| Live-in | Set by family | $22.30/hr | See live-in rates → |
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 live-in nanny.
How do Austin live-in nanny rates compare to state and national averages?
Austin runs above the U.S. average for live-in nanny rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring live-in nannies in Austin, TX typically costs about 24% more than the Texas average of $17/hour and 10% more than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Austin, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Austin, TX | $21/hr | — |
| Texas | $17/hr | -20% |
| United States | $19/hr | -9% |
Where Austin, TX fits among nearby cities
6 nearby cities have enough live-in nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.77/hour in El Paso to $21.23/hour in Austin.
Below: how each compares to the Austin, TX average of $21.23/hour — Austin, TX is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by live-in nanny rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Austin, TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austin | $21.23 | — | |
| 2 | Dallas | $19.47 | -8% | |
| 3 | Fort Worth | $17.88 | -16% | |
| 4 | Houston | $17.59 | -17% | |
| 5 | San Antonio | $16.73 | -21% | |
| 6 | El Paso | $14.77 | -30% |
● Most expensive nearby: Austin ($21.23)● Least expensive nearby: El Paso ($14.77)
Tips to find a great live-in nanny without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best live-in nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced live-in 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 live-in 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.
and enjoy flexible child care.
How families use Nanny Lane to find a live-in nanny in Austin, TX
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with live-in nannies — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse live-in nanny profiles in Austin, TX
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the live-in nannies 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 live-in nanny fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your live-in nanny
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available live-in nannies in Austin, TX
203 active listings in Austin
Nanny Joshua
Nanny Joshua
Austin, TX
$25 - $30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I’m Joshua, a dedicated caregiver, educator, and community leader with over a decade of experience supporting children and families. My care giving philosophy is simple: every child deserves a safe, nurturing space where they feel truly seen, valued, and encouraged to explore with confidence.
Whether managing classroom dynamics as a Current 3rd, 2nd-grade religious school teacher, leading youth programs as a camp Unit Head, or managing household routines, I meet children where they are with patience, empathy, and respect. I pride myself on being a calm, reliable presence who partners closely with parents to build trust and consistency.
Education & Youth Leadership: Experienced 2nd-grade teacher and camp leader skilled in social-emotional growth, creative play, and homework help.
Safety First: Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, Stop The Bleed, Be KidSafe, and Food Handlers.
Inclusive Care: Committed to supporting diverse learning styles and needs with active listening.
Whether managing classroom dynamics as a Current 3rd, 2nd-grade religious school teacher, leading youth programs as a camp Unit Head, or managing household routines, I meet children where they are with patience, empathy, and respect. I pride myself on being a calm, reliable presence who partners closely with parents to build trust and consistency.
Education & Youth Leadership: Experienced 2nd-grade teacher and camp leader skilled in social-emotional growth, creative play, and homework help.
Safety First: Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, Stop The Bleed, Be KidSafe, and Food Handlers.
Inclusive Care: Committed to supporting diverse learning styles and needs with active listening.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Azhure
Nanny Azhure
Austin, TX
$22/hr
Full-time
Part-time
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hey y’all! My name is Cristina. I’ve been working with children, my pride and joy, for over six years now! Varying between family friends to friends of the family friends. I absolutely adore children and currently have one on the way so would love to dive deep into caregiving. I offer services such as experienced cooking, housecleaning, outdoor activity, and more!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Adriana
Nanny Adriana
Austin, TX
$21/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Adriana, I am a very independent and fun person. I grew up with 7 siblings and I am the oldest of the girls so technically raised each one of them. I would love an opportunity to work as a nanny i love kids worked in pediatrics office before.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Alexia
Nanny Alexia
Austin, TX
$18 - $24/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
My names Alexia I work great with kids!! My goal is to always keep them entertained and feeling good about themselves. I’m a very positive a bright helpful person I love helping where help is needed. I did have a baby of my own who I took care of deeply. He was a Nicu baby that was in there for 216 days. I learned so many new things and of course had to watch him carefully and take good care of him so I’m very confident with baby’s as well. I have 6 siblings in which I did have to step in as a mom to take care of them as well. I’m also working right now as a substitute teacher for middle schooler in manor isd. I love giving that’s my way of showing my appreciation so the kids will always have something to look forward too !
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Maura Jo
Nanny Maura Jo
Austin, TX
$20 - $24/hr
Full-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Maura Jo. I would consider myself a caring, dependable, and creative babysitter with 4 years of professional childcare experience and CPR training. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and helping them feel safe, supported, and encouraged to be creative and childlike.
I love engaging kids through play, and meaningful interaction, whether that means arts and crafts, outdoor activities, reading stories, helping with homework, or simply being a positive and attentive presence throughout the day.
Outside of childcare, I have a creative side myself and enjoy filmmaking, storytelling, and traveling. I love learning about different places, cultures, and experiences, and I bring that curiosity and enthusiasm into my work with children.
I look forward to building positive relationships with families and providing reliable, loving care that helps children feel happy, secure, and valued.
I love engaging kids through play, and meaningful interaction, whether that means arts and crafts, outdoor activities, reading stories, helping with homework, or simply being a positive and attentive presence throughout the day.
Outside of childcare, I have a creative side myself and enjoy filmmaking, storytelling, and traveling. I love learning about different places, cultures, and experiences, and I bring that curiosity and enthusiasm into my work with children.
I look forward to building positive relationships with families and providing reliable, loving care that helps children feel happy, secure, and valued.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Cynthia
Nanny Cynthia
Austin, TX
$20 - $30/hr
Full-time
7 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is Cynthia Monteleone and I am a 20 year old college student currently pursuing a degree in Psychology. I am originally from a small town in Illinois, where I first started babysitting around the age of 12. Since then, I have worked with three different families as a full time summer nanny, caring for children ranging from 6 months to 12 years old.
I genuinely love working with kids and creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for them. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and older children, and I am comfortable balancing multiple kids, helping with routines, activities, meals, and everyday care. I am reliable, patient, energetic, and truly value building strong relationships with both children and parents!
I genuinely love working with kids and creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for them. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and older children, and I am comfortable balancing multiple kids, helping with routines, activities, meals, and everyday care. I am reliable, patient, energetic, and truly value building strong relationships with both children and parents!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Vierre
Nanny Vierre
Austin, TX
$22/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
I am 20 years old! i just moved to austin , i love kids as well as cooking and doing fun activities. I played sports a lot as well as working out so im very active. i have my own car but will be getting a new one soon! willing to travel as well if needed.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Konnor
Nanny Konnor
Austin, TX
$22/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I’m Konnor Knight 😊
I’m 25 years old and originally from Lafayette, Louisiana. I graduated from LSU in 2022 with a degree in Information Systems and Data Analytics and have been living in Austin since August 2024. While my professional background is in tech, childcare has always been something I genuinely love and take pride in.
Throughout college, I babysat two children from ages 11 and 14 and was deeply involved in their day-to-day lives for several years. Being a consistent, trusted presence during such important years meant a lot to me, and those relationships didn’t end when the job did. Both kids are now in college and still reach out to me for advice and to catch up, which I think speaks volumes about the bond we built.
I’m responsible, patient, and highly dependable, and I care deeply about creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment for kids to grow and feel confident in. I’d love the opportunity to support your family and be someone you can truly rely on.
I’m 25 years old and originally from Lafayette, Louisiana. I graduated from LSU in 2022 with a degree in Information Systems and Data Analytics and have been living in Austin since August 2024. While my professional background is in tech, childcare has always been something I genuinely love and take pride in.
Throughout college, I babysat two children from ages 11 and 14 and was deeply involved in their day-to-day lives for several years. Being a consistent, trusted presence during such important years meant a lot to me, and those relationships didn’t end when the job did. Both kids are now in college and still reach out to me for advice and to catch up, which I think speaks volumes about the bond we built.
I’m responsible, patient, and highly dependable, and I care deeply about creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment for kids to grow and feel confident in. I’d love the opportunity to support your family and be someone you can truly rely on.
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Jessica
Nanny Jessica
Austin, TX
$22/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I really like children. I'm very responsible and respectful. I like to cook, clean. I speak English and Spanish. It's my first language. I'm a reliable person. I treat others as I like my family to be treated.
Have experience working with
Special Needs