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How much does a part-time nanny cost in Lee's Summit, MO in 2026?

In Lee's Summit, MO, the average part-time nanny earns about $15.79 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $632/week or $2,737/month. Most Lee's Summit families pay somewhere in the $14–$21/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.79/hr · Lee's Summit average

These numbers come from 82 live part-time nanny listings in Lee's Summit on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$632
$2,737
$32,843

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What drives the price

Most Lee's Summit families pay somewhere in the $14–$21/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)$15.79
2 kids~$16.79
3+ kids~$17.79+

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 Lee's Summit part-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Lee's Summit sits close to the national average for part-time nanny rates.

Hiring part-time nannies in Lee's Summit, MO typically costs about 2% more than the Missouri average of $15/hour and 4% less than the United States average of $16/hour.

Average hourly part-time nannies rates compared across Lee's Summit, MO and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Lee's Summit, MO
Lee's Summit, MO$16/hr
Missouri$15/hr-2%
United States$16/hr+4%

Where Lee's Summit, MO fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough part-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.06/hour in Springfield to $17.94/hour in St. Peters.

Below: how each compares to the Lee's Summit, MO average of $15.79/hour — Lee's Summit, MO is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by part-time nanny rate

10 cities near Lee's Summit, MO ranked by average hourly part-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Lee's Summit, MO
1St. Peters$17.94+14%
2Florissant$17.48+11%
3Kansas City$16.51+5%
4St. Louis$16.42+4%
5Saint Charles$15.82
6Independence$15.50-2%
Lee's SummitThis city$15.44-2%
8O'fallon$15.39-3%
9Columbia$15.23-4%
10Springfield$15.06-5%
Most expensive nearby: St. Peters ($17.94) Least expensive nearby: Springfield ($15.06)

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 Lee's Summit, MO

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  1. 01

    Browse part-time nanny profiles in Lee's Summit, MO

    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

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Available part-time nannies in Lee's Summit, MO

82 active listings in Lee's Summit

Ciara F. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Ciara

Lee's Summit, MO
$22/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Ciara, but I also go by Cece. I have over 15 years of experience in childcare and child work experience, including preschools, nannying, case management, prevention work in elementary schools, and play therapy. I am passionate about working with children, helping to meet their needs and support their growth. I am currently completing my master's in social work and my internship in play therapy. I have years of education and knowledge in education, child development, social work, and play. I am very extroverted, with higher energy, creativity, intuition, and a love for having fun.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jayda H. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Jayda

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I love doing arts and crafts, I love being outside, going for walks, gardening etc. I’ve always wanted to work with special needs children, im a cosmetologist and im working on being a kindergarten teacher!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alexis B. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Alexis

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Alexis Balentine. I have worked in childcare for over two years now. I am currently a college student but only have 1 class twice a week!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Marley B. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Marley

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi!!
My name is Marley ballenger, I live in lees summit. I’ve babysat since 5th grade I am now in 11TH I love being apart of watching younger kids grow and I’ve watched up to five kids at the same time. I do have some reference letters if needed by some of the families I babysit and I do have my license.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Shelby M. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Shelby

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Shelby, I’m a 17 year old senior. I currently babysit occasionally for two other family’s and I would live to bring other family’s into the mix. I’m a very caregiving person and love to play and take care of kids.
Sariah J. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Sariah

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Sariah and i’m I’m 15 Years old turning 16 in November i have had many experiences with kids i have about 8 siblings including the one on the way, and one of them is autistic he’s very well spoken but it’s still hard to understand him. i’m a sophomore in high school. in the future i want to be a social worker, i want to work with kids because there so sweet and really gentle. for my next 3 years of high school im going to go down the road with human services to understand kids more and understand more of there needs/wants. i’m professional when it comes to answering texts/calls and being on time. personally i don’t like being late because i don’t like wasting peoples time because i wouldn’t want them wasting mine.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Madison R. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Madison

Lee's Summit, MO
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Maddie, I’m 18 years old and I’m looking for a summer babysitting job. Although I haven’t had paid experience, I have always taken care of my sister who is 6 years younger than me and often babysit neighbors kids for free. I’m very flexible and understanding and I’d like to think I’m great with kids 😊

Certification

CPR
Shellby N. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Shellby

Lee's Summit, MO
$16/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m currently a junior at Pittsburg State University. I’m certified as a nursing assistant and CPR certified. I’ve babysat all ages and worked as a lifeguard giving swim lessons as well.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Haley W. - Seeking Work in Lee's Summit

Nanny Haley

Lee's Summit, MO
$16/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I am Haley. I am a Women’s Wrestler at the University of Iowa pursuing a pediatric Nursing Career. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant right now. I am a hard worker, understanding, and experienced in childcare.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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