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How much does a part-time nanny cost in Greenville, SC in 2026?

In Greenville, SC, the average part-time nanny earns about $15.53 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $621/week or $2,692/month. Most Greenville families pay somewhere in the $8–$22/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$15.53/hr · Greenville average

These numbers come from 187 live part-time nanny listings in Greenville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$621
$2,692
$32,302

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What drives the price

Most Greenville families pay somewhere in the $8–$22/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)$15.53
2 kids~$16.53
3+ kids~$17.53+

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

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

Hiring part-time nannies in Greenville, SC typically costs about 7% more than the South Carolina average of $14/hour and 5% less than the United States average of $16/hour.

Average hourly part-time nannies rates compared across Greenville, SC and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Greenville, SC
Greenville, SC$16/hr
South Carolina$14/hr-7%
United States$16/hr+6%

Where Greenville, SC fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough part-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $13.11/hour in Florence to $17.82/hour in Charleston.

Below: how each compares to the Greenville, SC average of $15.53/hour — Greenville, SC is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by part-time nanny rate

10 cities near Greenville, SC ranked by average hourly part-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Greenville, SC
1Charleston$17.82+15%
GreenvilleThis city$15.53
3Summerville$15.42-1%
4Myrtle Beach$14.98-4%
5Conway$14.57-6%
6Columbia$14.21-8%
7Anderson$14.18-9%
8Spartanburg$13.80-11%
9Lexington$13.55-13%
10Florence$13.11-16%
Most expensive nearby: Charleston ($17.82) Least expensive nearby: Florence ($13.11)

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 Greenville, SC

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 Greenville, SC

    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 Greenville, SC

187 active listings in Greenville

Kaylee A. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Kaylee

Greenville, SC
$16/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Kaylee and I'm 20 years old. Ive been in childcare for about 4 years. I have a full time job working at a local coffee shop and would love to find a family that needs help a few days a week!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Kaylee is wonderful! Very attentive and not afraid to get down to my child's level and play and have fun. She would be a great addition to any family, and has been missed in Nashville since she left."
- Marian
Rachel A. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Rachel

Greenville, SC
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi!! My name is Rachel, and I am a junior at Furman University. I am studying Health Sciences and French, with a plan to obtain my Doctorate of Physical Therapy after graduating. My passion lies is in pediatrics, and I absolutely love working with kids!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Allison A. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Allison

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Allison, and I recently graduated from Clemson with my Master's in Mental Health Counseling. I'm just looking for something to keep me busy and active while I wait to start working. I've worked with kids in many different ways (volunteer, camps, therapy), so I have a lot of different experiences!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Christina M. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Christina

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm 18 years old nd I have a tabby cat, a bearded dragon and a little turtle and I love them all the same. I love kids every single time my nephews or cousins come over I take care of them all the same way they need something I gave it to him or help him with it.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Caroline H. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Caroline

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Caroline. I am from Greenville, South Carolina. I am a freshman at Mercer University where I play soccer and am studying Biology. I love working with kids and have tons of experience babysitting all ages. I am extremely flexible and reliable and am looking for a nanny job for the summer!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Aubreigh S. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Aubreigh

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 19, I am in college to be a preschool teacher. I have babysit on and off for the last 8 years. I am a Christian and love the preschool age to 9 years old. I also work at a private school right now with 3k-5th for their late stay

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Kelly C. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Kelly

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Kelly! I’m a stay at home mom to three kids ages 10,8, and 5. I am looking to nanny from my home where I am currently homeschooling my kids this year.
My children and I love the outdoors, riding bikes, jumping on our trampoline and trips to the park. We also love anything crafty or baking when it’s to cold to be outside.
I have nannied for families for years, both as a live in nanny and regular full time nanny for families. I have experience with twins and potty training multiples.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Tania N. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Tania

Greenville, SC
$16/hr
Part-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm a energetic, babysitter with 8+ years of experience watching children from newborn to 18+ years old. I also have experience caring for children and adults with special needs. I am effective at engaging children in a variety of a activities to meet their educational and physical needs. So, there's always something to look forward too. For example, one of my favorite activities to plan is Dinosaur Day. I also offer home management I handle grocery shopping, packing school lunches, doing laundry, light cleaning and tidying, and making sure the kids are 100% taken care of and prepared for the next day. I also pick up kids from school and take care of many other tasks you might not even think of! Need your medicine picked up? Dogs need to go to the vet? I can take care of that right away!

My availability can be flexible to fit your schedule! I look forward to meeting you and your awesome family !

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Melena J. - Seeking Work in Greenville

Nanny Melena

Greenville, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! :) My name is jenea! I enjoy spending time with family and friends, dancing, singing, watching movies, and eating any kind of food I can get my hands on. I would love to be a nanny because I love kids. I dream to have some of my own one day. I’ve been babysitting my nieces and nephews ever since I was around 15 or 16 yrs old!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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