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How much does a babysitter cost in Dallas, GA in 2026?
In Dallas, GA, the average babysitter earns about $17.43 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $697/week or $3,021/month. Most Dallas families pay somewhere in the $8–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 135 live babysitter listings in Dallas on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $697
- Monthly
- $3,021
- Annual
- $36,254
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What drives the price
Most Dallas families pay somewhere in the $8–$25/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.
Experience
Number of kids
| 1 kid (baseline) | $17.43 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.43 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.43+ |
Hours & 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 babysitter rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $18.73/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $17.05/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $17.38/hr | |
| Live-in | Set by family | $16.99/hr |
Part-time runs slightly lower per hour than full-time here, which often means strong full-time demand supports higher rates for committed schedules.
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 babysitter.
How do Dallas babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Dallas runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Dallas, GA typically costs about 4% more than the Georgia average of $17/hour and 7% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Dallas, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas, GA | $17/hr | — |
| Georgia | $17/hr | -3% |
| United States | $19/hr | +8% |
Where Dallas, GA fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.41/hour in Columbus to $20.10/hour in Atlanta.
Below: how each compares to the Dallas, GA average of $17.43/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Dallas, GA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlanta | $20.10 | +15% | |
| 2 | Marietta | $18.64 | +7% | |
| 3 | Decatur | $18.49 | +6% | |
| 4 | Kennesaw | $17.87 | +3% | |
| 5 | Savannah | $17.54 | +1% | |
| 6 | Lawrenceville | $17.54 | +1% | |
| 7 | Douglasville | $17.26 | -1% | |
| 8 | Athens | $16.16 | -7% | |
| 9 | Augusta | $14.93 | -14% | |
| 10 | Columbus | $14.41 | -17% |
Tips to find a great babysitter without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best babysitters on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced babysitters 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 babysitters 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.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Dallas, GA
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Dallas, GA
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the babysitters 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 babysitter fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.
Available babysitters in Dallas, GA
135 active listings in Dallas
Nanny Ella
Nanny Ella
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I plan on attending University of North Georgia when I graduate to go into their film program.
I have worked with kids for at least 3 years now. I think 2 out of those 3 I was payed. Before I was 16 I volunteered to work at summer camps that my church hosts for Pre-K (starting at 3 years old) through 5th grade kids. Once I turned 16 I started getting payed for it. I also babysit my younger cousins who are now 9 and 12.
I have recently become CPR certified! I also have a drivers license and a car.
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Nanny Ashanti
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Nanny Megan
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Nanny Diantie
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Nanny Denver
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Nanny Heather
Nanny Heather
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