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How much does a nanny cost in Hanover Park, IL in 2026?

In Hanover Park, IL, the average nanny earns about $17.50 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $700/week or $3,033/month. Most Hanover Park families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$17.50/hr · Hanover Park average

These numbers come from 49 live nanny listings in Hanover Park on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$700
$3,033
$36,400

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What drives the price

Most Hanover Park families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/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)$17.50
2 kids~$18.50
3+ kids~$19.50+

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 Hanover Park nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Hanover Park sits close to the national average for nanny rates.

Hiring nannies in Hanover Park, IL typically costs about 1% less than the Illinois average of $18/hour and 4% more than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Hanover Park, IL and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Hanover Park, IL
Hanover Park, IL$18/hr
Illinois$18/hr+1%
United States$17/hr-4%

Where Hanover Park, IL fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $16.25/hour in Peoria to $18.77/hour in Chicago.

Below: how each compares to the Hanover Park, IL average of $17.50/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Hanover Park, IL ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Hanover Park, IL
1Chicago$18.77+7%
2Naperville$18.30+5%
3Plainfield$17.68+1%
4Aurora$17.57
5Elgin$17.11-2%
6Springfield$16.93-3%
7Rockford$16.66-5%
8Champaign$16.36-7%
9Bloomington$16.32-7%
10Peoria$16.25-7%
Most expensive nearby: Chicago ($18.77) Least expensive nearby: Peoria ($16.25)

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 Hanover Park, IL

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  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Hanover Park, IL

    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 Hanover Park, IL

49 active listings in Hanover Park

Dulce R. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Dulce

Hanover Park, IL
$18/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Dulce, I been working for six years as a child care provider at a daycare. I am CPR certified, and took early childhood education classes at Harper college. I enjoy interacting with children through play and work on hands on activities to help children learn and grow. I love to provide children a loving nurturing and safe environment.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Coco M. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Coco

Hanover Park, IL
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love working with children and being around kids. I always babysat my cousins and family friends kid if they ever need help. I can clean very well and also be able to do fun activities with kids. I am able to do some small meals along with babysitting if needed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Jamilah S. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Jamilah

Hanover Park, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My names Jamilah I’m 18 and going to College for child care, I have experience with children I’ve taught children and food prepped and took care of children in a day care, I have 5 siblings, and I also love kids!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Nayibe R. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Nayibe

Hanover Park, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hola, soy nayibe, soy colombiana, con profesión en psicología especialista en niños, mi último trabajo en mi país fue con niños autistas, amo y tengo mucha conexión con los niños, amo enseñarles adaptarse de una manera emocional a la vida cotidiana, mi amor por mi carrera se ha desarrollado con niños, actualmente me encuentro sin empleo y disponible para brindar la mejor atención a sus pequeños.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Zeeshan K. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Zeeshan

Hanover Park, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 14 years old and a great fit to be a baby sitter for children 2-9. You might be thinking I’m quite young but I have lots of experience with baby sitting. I am always the one who baby sits my siblings and cousins when no adult is home. I even babysat my parents friends children. I would be a great fit I love to be around children. There always fun and energetic which is my personality.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Sylvia R. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Sylvia

Hanover Park, IL
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Sylvia (Via), I’m 22. I’ve always enjoyed being around kids, often times I've been referred to as a child magnet. In my free time I love to go roller skating, dancing, I enjoy arts and crafts, and going on walks when I can. I loving taking kids outside to parks and sometimes take them to new and fun places.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tuan C. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Tuan

Hanover Park, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Tuan I’m 17 years old I am a going to be a senior at Glenbard North High School, I take a Certified Nurse Assistant class at Technology Center of Dupage through a program at my school I have a bit of experience taking care of infants and kids as I take care of my 6 years old little brother everyday and I also babysit family friend kids and also my niece so I’m pretty good with kids I’m also flexible with time

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Angie R. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Angie

Hanover Park, IL
$16/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Angie, I am 26 years old and I have a 5-year-old daughter, I am from Colombia, I am an industrial designer, I am currently studying English with the intention of improving the language to specialize in medical design, to help people.
I would like to spend more time with children, teach them something about my culture and learn from them since they are the ones who give us the best life lessons.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Yenifer H. - Seeking Work in Hanover Park

Nanny Yenifer

Hanover Park, IL
$15.79/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Yenifer Hernández. I'm from Guatemala. I'm 17 years old. I currently live in the state of Illinois. I like to take care of children and do many activities with them to distract them.And I'm also studying in high school, it's already my last year

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
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