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How much does a nanny cost in Long Beach, MS in 2026?

In Long Beach, MS, the average nanny earns about $12.75 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $510/week or $2,210/month. Most Long Beach families pay somewhere in the $8–$18/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$12.75/hr · Long Beach average

These numbers come from 39 live nanny listings in Long Beach on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$510
$2,210
$26,520

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What drives the price

Most Long Beach families pay somewhere in the $8–$18/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)$12.75
2 kids~$13.75
3+ kids~$14.75+

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 Long Beach nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Long Beach, MS typically costs about 2% less than the Mississippi average of $13/hour and 24% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Long Beach, MS and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Long Beach, MS
Long Beach, MS$13/hr
Mississippi$13/hr+2%
United States$17/hr+31%

Where Long Beach, MS fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $11.45/hour in Hattiesburg to $15.70/hour in Madison.

Below: how each compares to the Long Beach, MS average of $12.75/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Long Beach, MS ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Long Beach, MS
1Madison$15.70+23%
2Brandon$13.85+9%
3Olive Branch$13.81+8%
4Jackson$13.55+6%
5Gulfport$13.16+3%
6Oxford$13.11+3%
7Biloxi$12.91+1%
8Starkville$12.74
9Tupelo$12.70
10Hattiesburg$11.45-10%
Most expensive nearby: Madison ($15.70) Least expensive nearby: Hattiesburg ($11.45)

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 Long Beach, MS

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 Long Beach, MS

    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 Long Beach, MS

39 active listings in Long Beach

Haleigh H. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Haleigh

Long Beach, MS
$13/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi im haleigh im 22 i absolutely adore kids of all ages and i love working with them. i personally cant have any of my own so i like to help families and friends with their kids to deal with that issue. I cant wait to meet you and get to know you and your little ones. :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Khia F. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Khia

Long Beach, MS
$12.33/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hey! I’m Khia. I’m an 18 year old young lady that recently graduated from high school. I’m currently employed at an day care full-time. I’ve been working there for a little over a year and I absolutely love it, but I kind of want to venture off on to something new and different but not too different.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kayla G. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Kayla

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kayla I’m 21 years old currently looking to save up for a car i have nannie’s for a 2 and 3 year old in the past but have experience from family with kids from the ages 2 and up

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Stacey P. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Stacey

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I love to work with children I help take care of them on a daily basis. I love to clean and make food for the kids and always make sure that they are happy and healthy. I can also help in whatever that they need doesn't matter if its something small or it could be something as to like helping them with their school homework.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Misty K. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Misty

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am 43. I have three grown children three grandchildren! I love sewing into others life's! bring a helping hand

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Katie H. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Katie

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Stephany A. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Stephany

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I've worked in Child care for over 6 years as an early headstart teacher working with children 0-3. I have 2 children. I'm a stay at home mom currently but would love to work Caring for children again. Ideally I'd like to be able to bring my youngest child daily and my oldest when he is not in school.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jolee D. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Jolee

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I love working with children. I'm CPR certified and worked as a CNA at my local hospital. I'd be honored if you'd give me a chance to help out with your littles. I have a vehicle, love to cook and bake, and love crafting and teaching. I've been babysitting for 10 years. Hope to hear from you!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ashlyn H. - Seeking Work in Long Beach

Nanny Ashlyn

Long Beach, MS
$12/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have experience working with toddler. I worked in childcare for a year and a half. I specialized in early two's, but was trained to work with children from infant to five years of age. My availability is open for whenever needed. I only speak English. I love animals of all kinds. I love to make learning fun.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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