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How much does a nanny cost in Abingdon, MD in 2026?

In Abingdon, MD, the average nanny earns about $17.29 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $692/week or $2,997/month. Most Abingdon families pay somewhere in the $15–$22/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$17.29/hr · Abingdon average

These numbers come from 44 live nanny listings in Abingdon on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$692
$2,997
$35,963

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What drives the price

Most Abingdon families pay somewhere in the $15–$22/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)$17.29
2 kids~$18.29
3+ kids~$19.29+

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 Abingdon nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Abingdon sits close to the national average for nanny rates.

Hiring nannies in Abingdon, MD typically costs about 5% less than the Maryland average of $18/hour and 3% more than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Abingdon, MD and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Abingdon, MD
Abingdon, MD$17/hr
Maryland$18/hr+5%
United States$17/hr-3%

Where Abingdon, MD fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $16.89/hour in Hagerstown to $21.91/hour in Bethesda.

Below: how each compares to the Abingdon, MD average of $17.29/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Abingdon, MD ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Abingdon, MD
1Bethesda$21.91+27%
2Rockville$20.39+18%
3Silver Spring$19.11+11%
4Gaithersburg$18.96+10%
5Columbia$18.79+9%
6Germantown$18.53+7%
7Frederick$18.04+4%
8Baltimore$17.85+3%
9Laurel$17.80+3%
10Hagerstown$16.89-2%
Most expensive nearby: Bethesda ($21.91) Least expensive nearby: Hagerstown ($16.89)

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 Abingdon, MD

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  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Abingdon, MD

    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

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    Hire your nanny

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Available nannies in Abingdon, MD

44 active listings in Abingdon

Bongiwe M. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Bongiwe

Abingdon, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a Dedicated nanny with 4 years of hands-on childcare experience. Skilled in infant care, toddler development, and maintaining structured routines. CPR and First Aid certified..

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kylee C. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Kylee

Abingdon, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My names Kylee and i’m 19 years old from Abingdon, MD. I have been a lifeguard at The Arena Club since i was 15 years old. (which means i'm CPR and first aid certified!) I have lots of experience babysitting plus i have 9 siblings and 4 nephews! I’m taking a year off of college to try and figure out what’s next for me and in the mean time looking for a job! I have worked with children my whole life from coaching tennis, VBS leader, babysitting and more.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Nancy I. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Nancy

Abingdon, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My Name is Nancy I am a honor roll student as a junior. I love animals, cooking, and just spending time with kids. I am also looking forward for this job to give me more experience with handling children for my future career as a Pediatrician.
Haley S. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Haley

Abingdon, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I love working with children, especially little ones! I have worked in childcare for about 2 1/2 years now and hold certifications in CPR/first aid. I also hold my 45 hour infant/toddler certification and my 90 hour preschool certification.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Serenity S. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Serenity

Abingdon, MD
$19/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Serenity, I am 24 years old I love working with kids and have been working with them for almost 10 years. I treat your kids as if they were my own with love and respect. I don’t mind helping around the house with chores and cooking. I have reliable transportation and can run errands to help. I am very comfortable with animals. I have multiple references I can give as well!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Brittany C. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Brittany

Abingdon, MD
$19/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello!! My name is Brittany and I am a mother of two, a 15 year old daughter and 10 year old son. I absolutely love working with children from all ages, genders and backgrounds. I have a very fun spirit that loves to ensure that children are having a good time while always learning something new. I am very big on self-expression while being respectful; We can all learn from each other in someway or another. I am very clean so assisting families with light household duties would be a no brainer. I believe that healthy meals are important and impact out mental and physical well-being so meal prep and scheduled meals are something that I am able to assist with.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Selena O. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Selena

Abingdon, MD
$17.77/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am a Social Work student at James Madison University dedicated to advocacy, wellness, and community support. I am experienced in mentoring individuals from diverse backgrounds and creating inclusive, supportive environments. I'm committed to empowering others and making a meaningful impact through service and connection.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kamryn C. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Kamryn

Abingdon, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Kamryn and I am very excited to continue babysitting! I love to work with kids of all ages in anything that they need! I am a very kind and caring person and I feel like that is extremely important when it comes to the situations! I am also very trustworthy and responsible!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Seanna R. - Seeking Work in Abingdon

Nanny Seanna

Abingdon, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my Name is seanna, I’m a 20 year old CNA and a freshman in college for nursing , my end goal is to be a pediatric nurse .

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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