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How much does a nanny cost in Kihei, HI in 2026?

In Kihei, HI, the average nanny earns about $20.73 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $829/week or $3,593/month. Most Kihei families pay somewhere in the $14–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$20.73/hr · Kihei average

These numbers come from 42 live nanny listings in Kihei on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$829
$3,593
$43,118

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What drives the price

Most Kihei families pay somewhere in the $14–$30/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a nanny's rate.
Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

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
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$20.73
2 kids~$21.73
3+ kids~$22.73+

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
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 Kihei nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Kihei is one of the more expensive nanny markets in the country.

Hiring nannies in Kihei, HI typically costs about 10% more than the Hawaii average of $19/hour and 24% more than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Kihei, HI and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Kihei, HI
Kihei, HI$21/hr
Hawaii$19/hr-9%
United States$17/hr-19%

Where Kihei, HI fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.81/hour in Waianae to $20.87/hour in Kailua Kona.

Below: how each compares to the Kihei, HI average of $20.73/hour — Kihei, HI is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Kihei, HI ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Kihei, HI
1Kailua Kona$20.87+1%
Kihei$20.73
3Haleiwa$20.17-3%
4Kailua$19.38-7%
5Laie$18.85-9%
6Honolulu$18.36-11%
7Kapolei$18.35-11%
8Hilo$17.87-14%
9Ewa Beach$16.55-20%
10Waianae$15.81-24%
Most expensive nearby: Kailua Kona ($20.87) Least expensive nearby: Waianae ($15.81)

Tips to find a great nanny without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced 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 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.
Learn more about nanny sharing

How families use Nanny Lane to find a nanny in Kihei, HI

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

  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Kihei, HI

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the nannies whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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 nanny fits with your family in real time.

  4. 04

    Hire your nanny

    If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

Available nannies in Kihei, HI

42 active listings in Kihei

Abril Rocío M. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Abril Rocío

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Argentine babysitter with four years experience
providing care for children aged 3-15 years of age.
Organized, caring and dependable with a genuine
love for children. I create a safe, engaging
environment where kids feel supported, and I
enjoy helping them learn and grow through play
and daily routines.
Hanna S. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Hanna

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Aloha! I am a single 26 year old woman with 8 years of teaching experience for ages 0-5 years old and 12 years of experience with watching children from either nannying or babysitting. I studied child development at Florida State University with specifications in child psychology and cognitive development. I absolutely adore children, especially babies, but love children of all ages. I am currently looking to move to Maui and would love to continue helping families by nannying! With that said, I would love to be a live in nanny as housing on Maui is hard to find. I am currently a flight attendant on the mainland and I would love to still have this career and would only ask to have 5-6 days (could also be less depending on the month) to where I can work trips.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Allison B. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Allison

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Allison and I’ve been a babysitting/nannying for families on and off for over 10 years. My fiancé and I just relocated to Hawaii and I work remotely with a flexible schedule. I am hoping to find a family to help with their needs, as I absolutely love children and have been very fortunate to care for children from infant to grade school. I also have my BSN so my background in Nursing is always a plus when it comes to children’s safety and knowing how to handle emergency situations should they arise.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Savannah D. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Savannah

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Savannah. I am a very outgoing person and love kids. I currently am a sub for all grades in the district I live in. I have babysat kids since I was 14 years old and have had side cleaning jobs. As a person who works a lot with kids it has giving me a chance to learn patience and flexibility. Lastly, I think it is very important to create a relationship and acting as if I was a friend but still making sure the kids know that I am in charge and creating that specific boundary.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tatyana A. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Tatyana

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Aloha! My name is Tatyana, I’m 21 and I graduated from Maui high in 2019. I love children and have been surrounded by little ones all my life, being born and raised in Maui. Communication and safety are very important to me. Aloha is a lifestyle and I hope to share good company and reliability to your family and your little one.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lauryn G. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Lauryn

Kihei, HI
$22/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Aloha! I’ve worked in child care and education as a full-time nanny, temporary babysitter for visiting families, aide to students with autism, and children’s mindfulness instructor. I am happy to help with light housekeeping and meal prep. I look forward to meeting your family and seeing if we’re a good match!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Grace H. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Grace

Kihei, HI
$21/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, My name is Grace Huelsmann, and I have a passion for childcare. I have over 5 years of experience, and many of my previous jobs have been related to childcare and teaching adolescents.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ana Lucia O. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Ana Lucia

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Ana-Lucia & I'm a 21 y/o University student from the U.S. looking for a family to spend 1-3 months of the summer with :)
I love working with children and seeing them progress and gain confidence-whether it be for schoolwork, an activity, or in their own personality.

Certification

CPR
Tiffany K. - Seeking Work in Kihei

Nanny Tiffany

Kihei, HI
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a sweet, respectful nanny who can cooks and clean and loves to have fun.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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