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How much does a nanny cost in Leesville, LA in 2026?
In Leesville, LA, the average nanny earns about $11.79 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $472/week or $2,044/month. Most Leesville families pay somewhere in the $7–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
Average hourly rate$11.79/hr · Leesville average
These numbers come from 29 live nanny listings in Leesville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $472
- Monthly
- $2,044
- Annual
- $24,523
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What drives the price
Most Leesville families pay somewhere in the $7–$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
| 1 kid (baseline) | $11.79 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$12.79 |
| 3+ kids | ~$13.79+ |
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.
How do Leesville nanny rates compare to state and national averages?
Leesville runs below the U.S. average for nanny rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring nannies in Leesville, LA typically costs about 12% less than the Louisiana average of $13/hour and 30% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Leesville, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Leesville, LA | $12/hr | — |
| Louisiana | $13/hr | +14% |
| United States | $17/hr | +42% |
Where Leesville, LA fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.71/hour in Lake Charles to $16.04/hour in New Orleans.
Below: how each compares to the Leesville, LA average of $11.79/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Leesville, LA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Orleans | $16.04 | +36% | |
| 2 | Metairie | $15.48 | +31% | |
| 3 | Baton Rouge | $14.11 | +20% | |
| 4 | Slidell | $14.02 | +19% | |
| 5 | Hammond | $13.33 | +13% | |
| 6 | Bossier City | $13.28 | +13% | |
| 7 | Monroe | $13.05 | +11% | |
| 8 | Lafayette | $13.00 | +10% | |
| 9 | Shreveport | $12.98 | +10% | |
| 10 | Lake Charles | $12.71 | +8% |
● Most expensive nearby: New Orleans ($16.04)● Least expensive nearby: Lake Charles ($12.71)
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.
and enjoy flexible child care.
How families use Nanny Lane to find a nanny in Leesville, LA
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with nannies — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse nanny profiles in Leesville, LA
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the 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 nanny fits with your family in real time.
- 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 Leesville, LA
29 active listings in Leesville
Nanny Shaylin
Nanny Shaylin
Leesville, LA
$10 - $15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I’m am a 18 year old female that grew up in Rosepine Louisiana. I’m very outgoing and Reliable and willing to help with whatever needs to be done.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Keeli
Nanny Keeli
Leesville, LA
$12.50/hr
Part-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi, my name is Keeli! I live on an army base with my husband and sweet pup. I’m 21 years old, I practically raised my siblings and have plenty of nanny/babysitting experience. I love kids and am hoping to have my own here in the next few years! (:
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Priscilla
Nanny Priscilla
Leesville, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hey everyone! Im priscilla I’m 22 years old married, I have a 6 month old daughter, along with two small/small medium dogs. A little background of me back in Texas I was a pre k teacher at primrose preschool for about a year then I moved here on post. I will only nanny in home bc I do take care of others. I also nannied on the weekends and special occasions. Along with that I was an early pre school teacher and an after school teacher back when I was 19 and 20. I’ve been taking care of kids since I was 16 years old being the oldest of 14 grand children so I had to grow up fast. That being said if anyone needs a baby sitter or nanny I would love the opportunity. I have tons of experience along with studying to be a child life specialist. I’m always available only for babysitting or nannying on post in my house bc my husband uses the car on the week days. Thank you for reading this and I hope to be given the opportunity! Here’s a picture of my family for reference. Have a wonderful day!!
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny LaMarcia
Nanny LaMarcia
Leesville, LA
$13/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I love working with children and attending and caring for them it is a really big part of my personality and they bring so much joy children are Gods gift to earth. I am 18 graduated and applying for this opportunity because I have worked with children a lot weather it be me coaching a pre-k basketball team to babysitting.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny RaJaisha
Nanny RaJaisha
Leesville, LA
$10.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I’m 18 I Graduated high school early. I’ve worked with kids all my life my mother was a daycare owner. I do great with children of all ages.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Lacie
Nanny Lacie
Leesville, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
My name is Lacie, I’m 20 years old. I’ve always loved to teach and watch children, I hope to one day have kids of my own.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Sarah
Nanny Sarah
Leesville, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hey I’m Sarah! Just got married Last month. Looking for a new job based on my past job! Had to leave quit my last nannying job because they moved out of state! Love kids have also worked at 2 Daycares!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Lin
Nanny Lin
Leesville, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I am a mother of three children! So I’m looking for a position that will allow me to bring my 3 year old. I also have a 7 and 8 year old that may be with me sometimes.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Dasia
Nanny Dasia
Leesville, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is Dasia Lackey and I am currently 18 years old! I’ve been babysitting since I was 9 years old and I’ve babysat for many different age ranges of children. Hopefully nap time continues to stay the easy part! I am a scholarly student with A’s and I often volunteer with children such as Pre-K at my school.
Certification
CPR