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How much does a part-time nanny cost in Manhattan, KS in 2026?

In Manhattan, KS, the average part-time nanny earns about $12.59 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $504/week or $2,182/month. Most Manhattan families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$12.59/hr · Manhattan average

These numbers come from 147 live part-time nanny listings in Manhattan on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$504
$2,182
$26,187

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What drives the price

Most Manhattan families pay somewhere in the $7–$18/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 part-time 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)$12.59
2 kids~$13.59
3+ kids~$14.59+

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

Manhattan runs below the U.S. average for part-time nanny rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring part-time nannies in Manhattan, KS typically costs about 9% less than the Kansas average of $14/hour and 23% less than the United States average of $16/hour.

Average hourly part-time nannies rates compared across Manhattan, KS and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Manhattan, KS
Manhattan, KS$13/hr
Kansas$14/hr+9%
United States$16/hr+31%

Where Manhattan, KS fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough part-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $11.95/hour in Junction City to $17.04/hour in Kansas City.

Below: how each compares to the Manhattan, KS average of $12.59/hour — Manhattan, KS is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by part-time nanny rate

10 cities near Manhattan, KS ranked by average hourly part-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Manhattan, KS
1Kansas City$17.04+35%
2Overland Park$16.66+32%
3Lenexa$15.98+27%
4Shawnee$14.97+19%
5Olathe$14.73+17%
6Topeka$14.24+13%
7Lawrence$13.63+8%
8Wichita$12.94+3%
ManhattanThis city$12.20-3%
10Junction City$11.95-5%
Most expensive nearby: Kansas City ($17.04) Least expensive nearby: Junction City ($11.95)

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 Manhattan, KS

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:

  1. 01

    Browse part-time nanny profiles in Manhattan, KS

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    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.

  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 part-time nanny fits with your family in real time.

  4. 04

    Hire your part-time nanny

    If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

Available part-time nannies in Manhattan, KS

147 active listings in Manhattan

Payton T. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Payton

Manhattan, KS
$13/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Payton I am a sophomore at K-State majoring in interior architecture. I am originally from Maize Kansas. I am currently living in Manhattan and plan on staying the summer so I am looking for a part-time job while I also am doing an internship.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ava K. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Ava

Manhattan, KS
$12.90/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Ava! I’m currently a freshman studying marketing at Kansas State University! I’m also a member of Tri Delta! This past summer I worked at a daycare in my hometown and loved it! I love working with kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sky B. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Sky

Manhattan, KS
$13/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Sky, I’m 16 about to be 17 and I graduate this year. I have 2 little brothers that I have always helped care for. I do online schooling so I am pretty free during the day and at night. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts, and other activities.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Meryt E. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Meryt

Manhattan, KS
$13.50/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is meryt I’m a college student at Wichita state doing online classes living in Manhattan. I have tons of experience working with kids as I was a gymnastics coach for 3 years and a live out nanny for 2 years. I enjoy spending time with kids and hearing about their day and creating fun activities that we can all do together to keep them active. I pride myself on my great communication, my punctuality, and keeping myself organized.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Josie F. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Josie

Manhattan, KS
$12/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Josie Farris and I am a senior at Kansas State University studying fashion design. I have seven years of experience in babysitting and love kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Skyler F. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Skyler

Manhattan, KS
$12/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I'm Sky, I'm a 17yr old barber college student and dog mum in the Manhattan/Junction City KS area (so if you also have a fur-baby at home I'd be happy to help out there too). I graduated high-school at 15 from doing online schooling and now go to college in the evenings during the week, but I would be happy to help out during mornings and afternoons before I go to school. I always love helping out with kiddos however I can, whether it's just entertaining them for a little or babysitting all day. I prefer to work with a 3-5 age range but would be happy to work with both younger and older aged kids as well.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Maggie P. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Maggie

Manhattan, KS
$12/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Maggie Pederson. I am new to the area and looking for temporary income while I find an EMT job and take classes to fulfill requirements to work in an emergency department. I recently moved from Wisconsin to Kansas. I love children and have 9 nieces and nephews that I have helped take care of and babysit.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kayenta F. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Kayenta

Manhattan, KS
$12/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am Kayenta Frye! I am from Marysville, KS, and recently graduated from Fort Hays State University. I have experience working in a childcare facility, babysitting, preschool para-educator, and tutoring. If you'd like to know more about my experience, feel free to contact me!

I can help with daily activities, studying, playing, and traveling to the pool, discovery center, library, etc. I'm also comfortable with light housekeeping tasks like laundry, meal preparation, and tidying up.

I am CPR and first aid certified. I am more than happy to give you personal references from parents I have worked with.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ruth D. - Seeking Work in Manhattan

Nanny Ruth

Manhattan, KS
$12/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am a 16 year old. Though I am a bit young I love working with children. I am also a competitive swimmer so any child that wants to learn swim or just love water you are in luck.
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