Reviewed by the Nanny Lane team · Last updated June 2026

How much does a part-time nanny cost in Austin, TX in 2026?

In Austin, TX, the average part-time nanny earns about $18.54 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $742/week or $3,214/month. Most Austin families pay somewhere in the $7–$27/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$18.54/hr · Austin average

These numbers come from 460 live part-time nanny listings in Austin on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

Weekly (40 hrs): $742
Monthly: $3,214
Annual: $38,563

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What drives the price

Most Austin families pay somewhere in the $7–$27/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.

Experience

More experienced part-time nannys command higher rates. Entry-level (0-2 yrs) average $17.80/hour, while the most experienced (6-10 yrs) charge around $21.70/hour.

Avg hourly rate by years of experience

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)	$18.54
2 kids	~$19.54
3+ kids	~$20.54+

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.

Full-time, part-time, and live-in part-time nanny rates

Arrangement	Typical hours	Average rate
Part-time	10–25 hrs/week	$19.13/hr	See part-time rates →
Live-in	Set by family	$18.23/hr	See live-in rates →

Live-in arrangements look cheaper per hour because room and board are part of the package. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the part-time nanny.

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How do Austin part-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Austin runs above the U.S. average for part-time nanny rates, in line with most major metros.

Hiring part-time nannies in Austin, TX typically costs about 30% more than the Texas average of $14/hour and 13% more than the United States average of $16/hour.

Average hourly part-time nannies rates compared across Austin, TX and reference areas.
Area	Average hourly rate	vs. Austin, TX
Austin, TX	$19/hr	—
Texas	$14/hr	-23%
United States	$16/hr	-11%

Where Austin, TX fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough part-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $12.67/hour in El Paso to $18.54/hour in Austin.

Below: how each compares to the Austin, TX average of $18.54/hour — Austin, TX is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by part-time nanny rate

10 cities near Austin, TX ranked by average hourly part-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#	City	$/hr	vs. Austin, TX
1	AustinThis city	$18.54	—
2	Dallas	$16.76	-10%
3	Houston	$15.60	-16%
4	Fort Worth	$15.55	-16%
5	Katy	$14.89	-20%
6	San Antonio	$14.41	-22%
7	Denton	$14.35	-23%
8	College Station	$12.93	-30%
9	Lubbock	$12.91	-30%
10	El Paso	$12.67	-32%

● Most expensive nearby: Austin ($18.54)● Least expensive nearby: El Paso ($12.67)

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.

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How families use Nanny Lane to find a part-time nanny in Austin, TX

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:

01
Browse part-time nanny profiles in Austin, TX
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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.
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.
04
Hire your part-time nanny
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

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