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How much does a nanny cost in South Salt Lake, UT in 2026?

In South Salt Lake, UT, the average nanny earns about $19.32 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $773/week or $3,349/month. Most South Salt Lake families pay somewhere in the $11–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$19.32/hr · South Salt Lake average

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

$773
$3,349
$40,186

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What drives the price

Most South Salt Lake families pay somewhere in the $11–$25/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)$19.32
2 kids~$20.32
3+ kids~$21.32+

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 South Salt Lake nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

South Salt Lake sits close to the national average for nanny rates.

Hiring nannies in South Salt Lake, UT typically costs about 11% more than the Utah average of $17/hour and 2% more than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across South Salt Lake, UT and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. South Salt Lake, UT
South Salt Lake, UT$19/hr
Utah$17/hr-10%
United States$19/hr-2%

Where South Salt Lake, UT fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.81/hour in Logan to $18.87/hour in Salt Lake City.

Below: how each compares to the South Salt Lake, UT average of $19.32/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near South Salt Lake, UT ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. South Salt Lake, UT
1Salt Lake City$18.87-2%
2Sandy$18.75-3%
3Vineyard$17.82-8%
4Riverton$17.68-8%
5Orem$17.54-9%
6Lehi$17.43-10%
7Provo$17.19-11%
8Layton$17.10-11%
9St. George$16.17-16%
10Logan$14.81-23%
Most expensive nearby: Salt Lake City ($18.87) Least expensive nearby: Logan ($14.81)

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 South Salt Lake, UT

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 South Salt Lake, UT

    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 South Salt Lake, UT

31 active listings in South Salt Lake

Maamaloa T. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Maamaloa

South Salt Lake, UT
$18.50/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my names Heather! I have 2 years of experience working in direct care with children ages 2yrs- 13yrs in ABA Therapy, so I have a lot of experience doing fun activities, helping kiddos interact with peers around them & helping them with some behavioral development as well! I also have lots of personal experience babysitting as I am one of the oldest girls in my family so I've grown up babysitting kids infants-12yrs as well. I look forward to hearing back from you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Abi R. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Abi

South Salt Lake, UT
$19/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Abi and I am 22. For the past 5 years, I have worked as a coach at Gymnastics Training Center, coaching kids from ages 2-13, I have also been a Nanny to kids ages 3 months to 6 years old for the past 3 years. I have loved working with kids and seeing them grow!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Auriane T. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Auriane

South Salt Lake, UT
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Auriane Traore. I am a native French speaker from Ivory Coast, I have been in the US for five years and am currently pursuing a master's degree at the University of Utah . I love children and am a very patient and punctual person. I enjoy staying with kids, they're playful and funny and you can also learn from them. Unfortunately, I have a phobia of dogs, so if you have a dog, I’m afraid I won't be able to come. However, I'm confident that my passion for child care and my experience with children will make me a great fit for your family. I can also teach your children how to speak French if you're interested.
Thank you for considering me!

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Special Needs
Rebecca L. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Rebecca

South Salt Lake, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Compassionate, hardworking person with a heart for taking care of people of all ages. I was a direct support professional/caregiver for 10 years and absolutely love what I do. I am also very artistic, I keep myself busy with painting, singing, cooking and taking care of my pets.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Saidhbhin K. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Saidhbhin

South Salt Lake, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! Thank you for visiting my profile. I have always loved kids. I have over 6 years of experience in all sorts of different environments. I have worked with many different families. I have also worked at a daycare, but I will be honest I did not enjoy it. I am currently in school getting my RN. Most of my classes are online but I do have clinicals and class time. I follow gentle parenting and do not feel comfortable doing anything else other than that. I would like to call myself a granola girl. I love the outdoors, hiking, camping, & all things related to animals! I would love to chat more if you are interested!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Addison R. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Addison

South Salt Lake, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Addison. I am 26 years old and have worked professionally with children since the age of 18! I have a Child Development Associates and I am pursuing a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Maylee R. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Maylee

South Salt Lake, UT
$18 - $23/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Maylee Riches, I am currently going to college to study Business Marketing and I love kids! I have a lot of little cousins and have babysat them for years now, I did my first year of college in Logan and nannied for 2 little boys there! I since have gotten married and moved to South Salt Lake and am looking for a part time nanny job! I love to keep kids busy by doing fun activities, meal prep, take kids to their sports and anything else you need me to!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ariana G. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Ariana

South Salt Lake, UT
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

my name is Ariana Guzman, 19 years old, I love to take care of kids I would take care of kids at the age of 16-19 years old I still do it now but I love to do that it seems so fun to be to spend time with kids, I love to be active to pay to be creative to do fun things, I am very caring, loving, respectful, responsible, creative, passionate, outgoing, funny, and love to have fun. I also play soccer, go to the gym, love to be active
Emily K. - Seeking Work in South Salt Lake

Nanny Emily

South Salt Lake, UT
$20/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Energetic and creative nanny seeking a full-time role with a family who values hands-on play, structure, and warmth. I’m known for showing up with fresh games, silly songs, and imaginative activities that keep kids engaged, learning, and laughing, no screens needed. With a background in early childhood enrichment, swim instruction, and pediatric care, I bring a calm, capable presence and a big heart to every day spent with children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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