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How much does a nanny cost in Danville, PA in 2026?

In Danville, PA, the average nanny earns about $15.22 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $609/week or $2,638/month. Most Danville families pay somewhere in the $9–$24/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.22/hr · Danville average

These numbers come from 31 live nanny listings in Danville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$609
$2,638
$31,658

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What drives the price

Most Danville families pay somewhere in the $9–$24/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)$15.22
2 kids~$16.22
3+ kids~$17.22+

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 Danville nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Danville, PA typically costs about 5% less than the Pennsylvania average of $16/hour and 9% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Danville, PA and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Danville, PA
Danville, PA$15/hr
Pennsylvania$16/hr+5%
United States$17/hr+10%

Where Danville, PA fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.27/hour in Erie to $17.17/hour in Pittsburgh.

Below: how each compares to the Danville, PA average of $15.22/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Danville, PA ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Danville, PA
1Pittsburgh$17.17+13%
2Philadelphia$17.04+12%
3State College$15.60+2%
4York$15.29
5Allentown$15.27
6Harrisburg$15.10-1%
7Lancaster$14.95-2%
8Scranton$14.85-2%
9Reading$14.75-3%
10Erie$14.27-6%
Most expensive nearby: Pittsburgh ($17.17) Least expensive nearby: Erie ($14.27)

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 Danville, PA

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 Danville, PA

    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 Danville, PA

31 active listings in Danville

Paige H. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Paige

Danville, PA
$15/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Paige. I am a 3rd grade elementary school teacher and mom who is looking for a way to keep busy over the summer! Before working as an elementary teacher, I worked for 6 years as a preschool teacher!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Desiree N. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Desiree

Danville, PA
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is desiree, i am a mother to three wonderful children, i enjoy being around children, watching them learn and grow.. im looking for a job baby sitting or being a nanny . If you have any questions feel free to send me a message :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Abby B. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Abby

Danville, PA
$15/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Abby Bausch. I have been working in a daycare setting as a teacher for the past 4 years now! I am finishing my bachelors degree online at St Francis University, majoring in Early Education! I have been working/ babysitting children for the past 11 years! I love doing activities with children and having outside time! The messier the activity the better! Hope to hear you soon!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kelsey B. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Kelsey

Danville, PA
$16/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kelsey, and I am 25 years old. I have a bachelors in recreation therapy from Ithaca College. I have assisted in several summer camps and have nannied full time in the past. I babysat during my entirety of college. I recently moved to the Danville area. I was nannying for a family full time for over 2 years before moving. Additionally, I worked with young kids with disabilities at my college. I am willing to cater to your child's needs and areas of interest. I am excited to help out while making the day fun for the kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kamryn F. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Kamryn

Danville, PA
$14/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My names Kamryn i’m 16 years old. I live in Danville pennsylvania
I adore children, crafting, cooking and brining joy into the little things. I like to think i’m a pretty good cook i’ve learned from the best, i tidy but pretty well and am beyond excited to meet your kids!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Hailey B. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Hailey

Danville, PA
$16.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m new to wanting to watch children. I have an almost two year old son. I am 23 years old I don’t smoke. I’m very good with kids. I am willing to do in home child care or I could watch kids at my own home. I do lots of play time with my own child and would love for my son to have someone to play with

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Mary R. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Mary

Danville, PA
$17/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Mary, and I am currently attending Bloomsburg University with a major in Early Childhood Education. I have 4 plus years of experience babysitting. I am also the oldest of 5 children so I have a lot of experience taking care of children and doing household tasks. I also have CPR training and all of the clearances required to work in a public school. I am willing to provide you with those clearances and references if you would like them. In addition, I am willing to help with transporting children places, taking them on day trips, helping to prepare meals, grocery shopping, and helping with small cleaning and laundry tasks. Some information about myself: Some things that I enjoy doing in my free time include going on hikes, being outdoors and discovering new lookouts, working out, and cooking and baking. I am also a Christian who is an active participant in Christian groups and attends bible studies.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Da’nizha Z. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Da’nizha

Danville, PA
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 18 , I’ve worked with children here and there , I love doing all the things that come into there cute little minds

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Trinity M. - Seeking Work in Danville

Nanny Trinity

Danville, PA
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my names Trinity, I am 19 years old. I love working children. I grew up babysitting my siblings and my parents children and I also used to work at a daycare since August of last year but decided to leave this month to find a better paying job to help me. I am actually expecting in october with my first baby and would love more experience to help me out. I have all of my certification's that I need from working at that daycare. If you have any other questions for me feel free to ask!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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