How much does a nanny cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average hourly rate of a nanny in Santa Cruz, CA is $21.53 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a nanny in Santa Cruz, CA is $753.55 ($21.53 per hour × 35 hours).

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What's the average cost of a nanny in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average cost of a nanny is $21.53 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $16.50 and $30. A nanny's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

The most expensive nearby cities for nannies

Whether you’re in Beverly Hills, Mill Valley, or San Mateo, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a nanny. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the nanny cost. The most expensive city to have a nanny in California is Beverly Hills, where the average hourly rate is $26.59.

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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Santa Cruz, CA

+5%
Full-time
+5%
First aid
+4%
Driver's license
+4%
Car
+3%
Live-in
-2%
Part-time

The average hourly rate for full-time nannies is $22.62, 5% above the average in Santa Cruz, CA. For part-time nannies, the average hourly rate is $21.20, 2% below the average in Santa Cruz, CA.

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Full-Time Part-Time

How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Santa Cruz, CA

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Infant care
+2%
Grade-schooler care
+1%
Preschooler care
+1%
Special needs care
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Toddler care

The average hourly rate for infant care nannies is $22.07, 3% above the average in Santa Cruz, CA. For toddler care nannies, the average hourly rate is $21.66, 1% above the average in Santa Cruz, CA.

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Available nannies in Santa Cruz, CA

Nanny Jozette

5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi families! My name is Jozette and I am a 21 year old female looking for 2-4 days of helping out a family with their children and other responsibilities needed. I am an online student at Grand Canyon University majoring in Early Childhood Education in hopes of becoming a Child Life Specialist. I have always loved being around kids and making them feel safe and wanted while also having fun with them. I have 5+ years of experience, with my most professional ones being an after school teacher at an elementary school or being a daycare counselor at a resort (as well as nanny gigs over the years). I would love to care for your children if suitable! I hope to hear all about you soon :)

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Nanny Melanie

4 years experience

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Hi my name is Melanie! I value providing a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel loved. I'd describe my personality as kind, cheerful, amicable. I started babysitting when I was 15 and since then I've worked in an art studio for children and in a nursery for a local church.

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Nanny Jaden Kay

5 years experience

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Hi! I am a junior at UCSC studying Anthropology! I come from a big family with lots of little ones and I’ve been babysitting since I was 13. It was my first job and my favorite!

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Nanny Diana

3 years experience

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Hi there, I'm Diana, and I recently graduated from UC Santa Cruz with a B.S. in Environmental Science. I have experience working as a babysitter for a family with three girls of different ages and currently work as a regular nanny for twin girls who are two years old. I enjoy spending time with children and teaching them a variety of things. I am fluent in Spanish and English as well. I have no problem helping with housework, meal preparation, or homework. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions.

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Nanny Ysabella

7 years experience

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I am a 20 year old college student majoring in Psychology! I love working with children and I want to be able to create a safe loving environment that fosters growth. I am willing to do any light housekeeping if needed!

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Nanny Michelle

5 years experience

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Reliable, friendly, patient marketing professional and mother of a 21-year-old college student. Looking for occasional care jobs while searching for a flexible corporate job. As a mom of a child who went to Montessori, public school, and University (opera), I chaperoned choir trips to Europe, music lessons, and kids' theater. I have a BA in Literature from UC Irvine, lived in Germany for a year, and speak some German and French. For 25 years, I've managed sales, marketing, events, and websites related to music, education, tech, and retail for corporate and family businesses, so I’m a good multitasker and calm under pressure. I was a sitter in my teens, including autistic children. I've had cats, dogs, and fish. Happy to help with cooking, light cleaning, chaperoning zoom lessons, transportation, and shopping (I am a Costco member). My SUV seats 7 (or 5 with groceries and a stroller). Passed Red Cross Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED.

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Nanny Robin

2 years experience

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I have been working with children and families over 35 years .I'm an ECE and have nannied on and off as an interim job. I'm a certified classical homeopath as well.

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Nanny Madalyn

2 years experience

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Hello there families! My name is Maddie, I love working with children, I’m currently enrolled in school to finish getting my Masters in Early Childhood Education. I’ve worked at schools, after school programs, and done previous nanny jobs before. I have a true passion for working with children and I’d love to be a helpful hand in your daily basis by taking care of your little ones! :)

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Nanny Serena

3 years experience

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I have been a nanny for children ages 1-12 for three years and I love it! I am very punctual and am very good at keeping kids occupied through games, crafts, reading, etc.

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