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How much does a nanny cost in Baldwin, NY in 2026?

In Baldwin, NY, the average nanny earns about $19.29 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $772/week or $3,344/month. Most Baldwin families pay somewhere in the $16–$28/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$19.29/hr · Baldwin average

These numbers come from 41 live nanny listings in Baldwin on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$772
$3,344
$40,123

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What drives the price

Most Baldwin families pay somewhere in the $16–$28/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)$19.29
2 kids~$20.29
3+ kids~$21.29+

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 Baldwin nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Baldwin runs above the U.S. average for nanny rates, in line with most major metros.

Hiring nannies in Baldwin, NY typically costs about 3% less than the New York average of $20/hour and 15% more than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Baldwin, NY and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Baldwin, NY
Baldwin, NY$19/hr
New York$20/hr+3%
United States$17/hr-13%

Where Baldwin, NY fits among nearby cities

9 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.44/hour in Bronx to $21.88/hour in New York.

Below: how each compares to the Baldwin, NY average of $19.29/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

9 cities near Baldwin, NY ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Baldwin, NY
1New York$21.88+13%
2Brooklyn$20.08+4%
3Yonkers$19.81+3%
4The Bronx$19.19-1%
5Queens$18.91-2%
6Staten Island$18.33-5%
7Buffalo$17.87-7%
8Rochester$17.63-9%
9Bronx$17.44-10%
Most expensive nearby: New York ($21.88) Least expensive nearby: Bronx ($17.44)

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 Baldwin, NY

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 Baldwin, NY

    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 Baldwin, NY

41 active listings in Baldwin

Waverly H. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Waverly

Baldwin, NY
$19/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

You should choose me as your babysitter because I’m responsible, caring, and genuinely enjoy spending time with kids. As a hairstylist, I’m creative and patient, and I can even help with fun hair styling while keeping everything neat and organized. I also love to cook and help around the house, so your home stays clean and your kids are well taken care of.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Cindy R. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Cindy

Baldwin, NY
$19/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a motivated high school junior eager to utilize my skills and confident in my abilities to make a positive impact.
Isayela B. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Isayela

Baldwin, NY
$20/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Isayela. I love animals and children, and would love to be able to provide a positive impact on children’s lives. I’m currently pursuing my degree to be Veterinarian Technician, and want to provide childcare services as well. With my 9 years of childcare experience, and 16 years of petcare experience , I’m ready to help out those in need happily.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Octavia H. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Octavia

Baldwin, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a former preschool teacher who’s worked with children of all ages for over 20 years. I’ve done daycare settings, preschool settings and now nanny. I am infant/child CPR and first aid certified. I would love a long term full time position with a growing family.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tiffany M. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Tiffany

Baldwin, NY
$20/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Tiffany, I’m 23 years old. I’m currently a beauty industry entrepreneur. Ever since I was 15 years old I’ve constantly been working with children. Starting with my aunts home-based daycare, I would assist with children ages newborn - nine years old. Following that I babysat for two young children ages two and seven years old. Most recently, I assisted my sister after a very difficult birth. I took time off of work to stay home and help her during the first two months postpartum. To this day I am constantly babysitting newborns and toddlers. My roles consisted of feeding the children, putting them down for naps, diaper changing, providing entertainment, helping with homework, and light housekeeping.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Phedora D. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Phedora

Baldwin, NY
$20/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Phédora. I am a 26 year old college graduate. I am currently a teaching Assistant at a school for children with autism. My goal is to go to graduate school and become a family therapist. I am mostly interested in the family dynamic because of children and what the best way to help them strive for a happy and fulfilling life. I genuinely love kids and being a nanny. I am patient, kind, understanding, and pretty cool the kids tell me haha. I have been a nanny for so long it feels second nature. I will be keeping my T.A position which is on Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30. I am new to Long Island but I live in Baldwin and my T.A position is only 20 minutes away. Feel free to contact me for any after school 1-5 days a week positions. I look forward to speaking with you.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tremaine B. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Tremaine

Baldwin, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello everyone! My name is Tremaine Brown Jr. and I am 21 years old. I know my age may concern some of you however I’m here to let you know that although I’m young I am well versed in taking care of children. Growing up my parents worked a lot and because I was the oldest I was constantly caring for my 3 younger siblings. While caring for them I would keep them entertained by playing games, reading books, going outside and simply staying creative. Along with that I would cook for them, give them bath time and then put them to sleep. I am comfortable caring for all ages and confident that I will do the job right. Hopefully I will get the chance to work with one of you soon!

Recent reference

"If I had the ability to give to give Tremaine or Tj as we call him 100/10 stars, I would. He was honestly the best nanny we could have asked for at that point. He was a ball of energy with my son. He kept him laughing, not just a regular laugh but a belly laugh and hearing that just warmed my heart each time. He truly cared for my son and it showed. Their relationship was exactly what I was looking for in a nanny. He was very punctual and if there were a time where he was running behind (were all human it’s ok!) he made sure to call in advance to tell me. He updated me whenever I asked. He sent pictures and videos throughout the day. He went above and beyond in caring for my son. If it weren’t for that covid shutdown and then my son going to pre school , I’m sure Tj would have been with us longer."
- Jackie
Amanda A. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Amanda

Baldwin, NY
$18/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Amanda. I am 25 years of age and I live in Baldwin, NY. I've cared for children for as long as I can remember. From babysitting at a young age, working at daycare centers, being an assistant in a kindergarten classroom and then a teacher's aid in a Pre school.
I have my own car. I am creative, hardworking and very patient. I am also great with animals if you have any! :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Dilenny D. - Seeking Work in Baldwin

Nanny Dilenny

Baldwin, NY
$18/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Dilenny and I’m 19 year old, I’m Dominican, I have 3 siblings and one of them is an special girl, I used to work as a teacher for a children’s of 2 and 3 years and I really love this kind of job I love and I like to take care of them as if they were my family.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
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