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How much does a nanny cost in Raeford, NC in 2026?

In Raeford, NC, the average nanny earns about $13.54 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $542/week or $2,347/month. Most Raeford 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$13.54/hr · Raeford average

These numbers come from 59 live nanny listings in Raeford on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$542
$2,347
$28,163

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What drives the price

Most Raeford 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)$13.54
2 kids~$14.54
3+ kids~$15.54+

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.

Full-time, part-time, and live-in nanny rates

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$14.34/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$13.75/hr

Part-time runs slightly lower per hour than full-time here, which often means strong full-time demand supports higher rates for committed schedules.

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How do Raeford nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Raeford, NC typically costs about 12% less than the North Carolina average of $15/hour and 19% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Raeford, NC and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Raeford, NC
Raeford, NC$14/hr
North Carolina$15/hr+14%
United States$17/hr+24%

Where Raeford, NC fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.78/hour in Jacksonville to $18.50/hour in Asheville.

Below: how each compares to the Raeford, NC average of $13.54/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Raeford, NC ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Raeford, NC
1Asheville$18.50+37%
2Charlotte$17.98+33%
3Durham$17.55+30%
4Raleigh$17.41+29%
5Wilmington$16.55+22%
6Winston Salem$15.36+13%
7Greensboro$14.70+9%
8Fayetteville$13.67+1%
9Greenville$13.48
10Jacksonville$12.78-6%
Most expensive nearby: Asheville ($18.50) Least expensive nearby: Jacksonville ($12.78)

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 Raeford, NC

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 Raeford, NC

    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 Raeford, NC

59 active listings in Raeford

Rasheda M. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Rasheda

Raeford, NC
$13/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Rasheda. Mother of 4 girls ages 13-20.I am 43 years old. I am currently a preschool assistant teacher and looking for extra work. I love working with children.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Skyler B. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Skyler

Raeford, NC
$14/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am 21 years old, after graduating high school in 2019 I started at a professional daycare facility, I stopped working in a daycare setting in august 2021 to pursue a career in the medical field. I have plenty of experience, great references and my edu119 class from ftcc. My background check did just expire, I have no problem obtaining one, my cpr did expire as well.
I look forward to meeting with a family!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Pamela B. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Pamela

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Pamela Bennett and I just love working with children. Because they are our future teaching them new things nurturing them

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tara S. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Tara

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 23 years old with a 14 month old son. I have been a nanny for 6 years with all different ages from 5 months- 12 years.
I am currently a stay at home mom and am looking for a family comfortable with me bringing my son with me!

Have experience working with

Infants
Jay S. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Jay

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Jada Mays. I am 20 years old. I am in college as a elementary education student. I work with children all the time in school. I used to babysit when I was younger and I love children a lot. I love playing games, going out places, and even just having lots of fun getting to know people.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
La’Montasia B. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny La’Montasia

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m Lamontasia but call me taytay ummm I love kids and babies honestly, I use to well still do help my mother with my sisters plus sometimes I watch a friend kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Kylie R. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Kylie

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a junior in highschool and I am very helpful I can do anything to help anyone if you need help with your kids I can help in any way possible I am very hard working and I am kind caring and loving I don't expect much from you in return I just love to see smiles on people's faces

Certification

First Aid
Alanis S. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Alanis

Raeford, NC
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Alanis Sloan I’m 20 years old, I currently work in a learning center and I’ve been dealing with kids for 5 years! I’m currently in school for early childhood and I am CPR certified.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Piper D. - Seeking Work in Raeford

Nanny Piper

Raeford, NC
$12/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Piper, i am a military wife! My husband works at fort liberty and i am at home with our two dogs. I have a car so transportation is not an issue. I have a biology degree and am currently waiting to return to school for nursing. i have watched kids when i was younger. i cared for cousins since they were babies and as the oldest i always watched over my younger siblings.
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