Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated November 2026

How much does a part-time nanny cost in Modesto, CA in 2026?

In Modesto, CA, the average part-time nanny earns about $18.71 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $748/week or $3,243/month. Most Modesto families pay somewhere in the $17–$23/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$18.71/hr · Modesto average

These numbers come from 96 live part-time nanny listings in Modesto on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

Weekly (40 hrs): $748
Monthly: $3,243
Annual: $38,917

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What drives the price

Most Modesto families pay somewhere in the $17–$23/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a part-time nanny's rate.

Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

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)	$18.71
2 kids	~$19.71
3+ kids	~$20.71+

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 Modesto part-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Modesto sits close to the national average for part-time nanny rates.

Hiring part-time nannies in Modesto, CA typically costs about 15% less than the California average of $22/hour and 1% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly part-time nannies rates compared across Modesto, CA and reference areas.
Area	Average hourly rate	vs. Modesto, CA
Modesto, CA	$19/hr	—
California	$22/hr	+17%
United States	$19/hr	+1%

Where Modesto, CA fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough part-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $18.75/hour in Fresno to $27.50/hour in San Francisco.

Below: how each compares to the Modesto, CA average of $18.71/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by part-time nanny rate

10 cities near Modesto, CA ranked by average hourly part-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#	City	$/hr	vs. Modesto, CA
1	San Francisco	$27.50	+47%
2	San Jose	$24.75	+32%
3	Los Angeles	$24.40	+30%
4	San Diego	$23.44	+25%
5	Long Beach	$22.11	+18%
6	Sacramento	$20.54	+10%
7	Riverside	$19.86	+6%
8	Stockton	$19.70	+5%
9	Bakersfield	$18.98	+1%
10	Fresno	$18.75	—

● Most expensive nearby: San Francisco ($27.50)● Least expensive nearby: Fresno ($18.75)

Tips to find a great part-time nanny without overpaying

Be flexible on experience. Some of the best part-time nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced part-time 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 part-time 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 part-time nanny in Modesto, CA

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with part-time nannies — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

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Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the part-time nannies whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.
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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 part-time nanny fits with your family in real time.
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Hire your part-time nanny
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