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How much does a nanny cost in Kuna, ID in 2026?

In Kuna, ID, the average nanny earns about $15.04 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $602/week or $2,607/month. Most Kuna families pay somewhere in the $8–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.04/hr · Kuna average

These numbers come from 37 live nanny listings in Kuna on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$602
$2,607
$31,283

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What drives the price

Most Kuna families pay somewhere in the $8–$20/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)$15.04
2 kids~$16.04
3+ kids~$17.04+

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 Kuna nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Kuna runs below the U.S. average for nanny rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring nannies in Kuna, ID typically costs about 2% more than the Idaho average of $15/hour and 10% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Kuna, ID and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Kuna, ID
Kuna, ID$15/hr
Idaho$15/hr-2%
United States$17/hr+11%

Where Kuna, ID fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.63/hour in Pocatello to $16.21/hour in Post Falls.

Below: how each compares to the Kuna, ID average of $15.04/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Kuna, ID ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Kuna, ID
1Post Falls$16.21+8%
2Boise$16.17+8%
3Coeur D'alene$15.93+6%
4Meridian$15.75+5%
5Nampa$15.29+2%
6Caldwell$14.76-2%
7Rexburg$13.14-13%
8Twin Falls$13.09-13%
9Idaho Falls$12.73-15%
10Pocatello$12.63-16%
Most expensive nearby: Post Falls ($16.21) Least expensive nearby: Pocatello ($12.63)

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 Kuna, ID

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  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Kuna, ID

    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

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Available nannies in Kuna, ID

37 active listings in Kuna

Daisy S. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Daisy

Kuna, ID
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I am Daisy I am 20 years old and I stared at the age of 17 being a babysitter for two children ages 18 months and 3 I did that everyday after school, started June of 2022 I watched them until June of 2023 after that I became a full time nanny I started working with a family with one child age 5 months in July 2023 I worked for that family until December 2023 and I stared working at a learning center in February 2024 until may 2025, but my real passion is to be a nanny, references available upon request. I am a fun outgoing person always wanting to learn new things and I enjoy teaching kids and going out and doing hands on actives with kids that would include taking then the park, aquarium, museum and zoo. A few things I like doing on my free time is being with family, I take my younger cousins out to ice cream, swimming, to the park, movies, and we go camping.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Rylee F. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Rylee

Kuna, ID
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 18, have been baby sitting for 4 years. I love kids and plan on perusing an educational in pediatric psychology.
I also have worked in classrooms and daycares

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Taylor K. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Taylor

Kuna, ID
$16/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Taylor and I am currently a junior attending Kuna High School, and will be graduating class of 2026. I am pursuing a career in the medical field with the ultimate end goal of becoming a nurse practitioner. I am a skilled childcare provider with experience at both a professional childcare facility, as well as, private childcare settings. I am seeking a part time nanny position to focus more on private childcare as I work towards my degree. I excel at both engaging with children, as well as, their parents to create a family connection that helps children to thrive. I pride myself in being a hard worker with exceptional attention to detail. My goal is to find a long-term nanny position. I am also open to seasonal positions as I have more availability in the summer time.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Makayla B. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Makayla

Kuna, ID
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I adore kids and love spending time with them. I used to watch my niece for 4 years and my little brother for 6 years. I will gladly help around the house such as cleaning, cooking, and multiple other tasks. I'm a respectful, caring, loving, clean, and trustworthy person. I do thorough cleaning and double check to ensure it's all clean (Dishes, Counters, Floors, and Furniture). I can help with homework (if they have it, if not that is okay). I'm great at math, reading, writing, teaching, etc. I'm comfortable around pets whether it's cats, dogs, or any other animals. I tend to inform parents about how well their kids were and what all happened throughout the time frame of me watching them. Kids tend to love me since I try to make the time fun such as games or other creative things for example drawing, crafting, and much more.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Adreanna H. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Adreanna

Kuna, ID
$16/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Adreanna, I’m a 21 year old single mother of an 16 month old and I love being around kids they have a way of making you enjoy life just a bit more. I currently live in Kuna Idaho.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Lila J. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Lila

Kuna, ID
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Lila and I’m a full time college student at CWI. I’m a Fire Science Technilogy major and have taken the EMT-B class. I’m up to date on my BLS Cert and also have Coaching certifications and education under Empire Volleyball. I’m a coach of freshman girls who are in my care in practice, at tournaments and during travel.
I’ve also got 4 nephews (blood related) who’ve I’ve taken care for since they were born or very young but are now moved out of the house.
I find watching kids fun, messy, and a great opportunity to work on things like education, manners, cleanliness and whatever else the parent likes to teach and grow their children into.
I’m a huge education advocate for fire and the CTE program through cwi and occasionally volunteer or work programs that educate high schoolers on their college and career opportunities.
I also have two dogs that I love to travel with ❤️
If you would like to see my work, have questions, feel free to leave me a text or email!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kristi K. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Kristi

Kuna, ID
$25 - $30/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello Boise area parents!
Do you find yourself in need of an extra set of hands? Are your ears ringing from excessive exposure to Baby shark? Is glitter just not your thing? You're in luck! I am a professional nanny who is passionate about teaching kids through play. I encourage messy art projects, playing in the rain and singing and dancing when it suits you. I specialize in infant and toddler care, multiples and share care. I am CPR and First Aid Certified, have a college degree and certifications in toddler nutrition and car seat safety. I am looking for a position that is 12-25 hours 2-3 days a week. I am happy to provide my resume and letters of recommendation upon request.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Kristi is an excellent communicator, punctual, and flexible. She creates such fun activities for kids and helps them learn through those activities. Kristi is kind but firm with the kids, and respects our parenting style (which is actually similar to her philosophies). Kristi really becomes part of the family and is such an asset. We have needed her sporadically and the kids LOVE having her and her son come over! We highly recommend Kristi and her little sidekick!"
- Chrissy
Kinzley R. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Kinzley

Kuna, ID
$14/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, im kinzley and I love arts, crafts and being outside. :) I'm 16 I love animals and im very adaptable to my surroundings.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kenzie A. - Seeking Work in Kuna

Nanny Kenzie

Kuna, ID
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my names Kenzie, I just completed cosmetology school and am looking for a part time job in the mean time. I love kids and always have. I have babysat for many years and have lots of experience with children!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
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