How much does a babysitter cost in Chicago, IL?
The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Chicago, IL is $18.81 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Chicago, IL is $658.35 ($18.81 per hour × 35 hours).
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What's the average cost of a babysitter in Chicago, IL?
What's the average cost of a babysitter in Chicago, IL?
The average cost of a babysitter is $18.81 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $28.01. A babysitter's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.
The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters
Whether you’re in Glenview, Evanston, or Naperville, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter cost. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Illinois is Glenview, where the average hourly rate is $19.01.
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Chicago, IL
- +11%Car
- +11%First aid
- +10%Driver's license
- +7%Full-time
- +3%Live-in
- +2%Part-time
The average hourly rate for car babysitters is $20.87, 11% above the average in Chicago, IL. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $19.21, 2% above the average in Chicago, IL.
How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Chicago, IL
- +7%Infant care
- +5%Toddler care
- +5%Special needs care
- +5%Grade-schooler care
- +5%Preschooler care
The average hourly rate for infant care babysitters is $20.09, 7% above the average in Chicago, IL. For preschooler care babysitters, the average hourly rate is $19.72, 5% above the average in Chicago, IL.
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Available babysitters in Chicago, IL
Nanny TaMera
Nanny TaMera
Chicago, IL
$17 - $22/hr
Occasional
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi my name is TaMera I am 14 with 9 siblings so yes I have a lot of experience dealing with children and hope that you could trust me with yours.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Megan
Nanny Megan
Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience
A little bit about me
I am a current student at Depaul University. I am looking for an extra job to keep me busy in the summer. I have previous experience babysitting in high school and I enjoy working with kids!
Nanny Mushtaq Dahir
Nanny Mushtaq Dahir
Chicago, IL
$20 - $30/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi, i am mushtaq and I’m a responsible and kind student who enjoys helping and taking care of kids who is also patient, careful, and willing to learn. I always follow instructions and make sure children are safe, comfortable, and happy. I take responsibility seriously and would do my best to be trustworthy and dependable for families.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Sophia
Nanny Sophia
Chicago, IL
$15 - $25/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi there, Im Sophia! Im 17 years old with CPR and first aid certifications. I have my drivers license and a car that is available for me anytime. I have had previous care experience with children throughout these past few years, particularly with family and family friends. Im fluent in english and speak partial french. I play varsity lacrosse and have a hard work ethic. I enjoy playing games and spending time with people. I am also open to doing house work and helping with other projects around the house. I am looking for part-time/flexible work around my school and extracurricular activities.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Abby
Nanny Abby
Chicago, IL
$20 - $30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience
A little bit about me
I am a recent graduate from the University of Iowa, majoring in Screenwriting Arts and minoring in Cinema and German! I have worked with children my entire life, through volunteering or local babysitting, and my attitude works well with any age range! I love staying busy, indoors and outdoors (I was raised on a farm), and am a very creative person. I enjoy reading, writing, watching movies, and am always open for a new hobby or adventure!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Teonee
Nanny Teonee
Chicago, IL
$15 - $19/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello My Name is Teonee! I am a 14 year old girl from Chicago. I’m in school but I love kids, they make my day, and I have a long list of people who will tell you that I work with kids a lot and I love them a lot. My little cousins who run around everywhere I got them to calm down, and I work a lot with babies. I am going soon to get my cpr license and my first air license with my mom.
Nanny Ciara
Nanny Ciara
Chicago, IL
$20 - $22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi, my name is Ciara, and I’m currently a junior in nursing school preparing to enter my senior year. I have a strong passion for caring for others, especially children, and creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Peyton
Nanny Peyton
Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience
A little bit about me
I'm graduating with my Early Childhood Education degree and love working with kids from 2 to 6. Outside of creating creative activities with kids, I also have experience with taking children on field trips around the city. I've worked as an assistant teacher and have experience creating educational fun activities for ages 3 to 7. I am available beginning June 15, 2026 and can work after 2pm and over weekends.
I have a valid driver's license and am first aid/CPR certified
I have a valid driver's license and am first aid/CPR certified
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Leslie
Nanny Leslie
Chicago, IL
$19/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
My name is Leslie I’m 20 years old I’m the second oldest out of 5 sibling's. I’m currently in community college getting my associates in science, i’m planning on transferring to a four year university. I know for sure I’m going into the medical field J Just don’t know what exactly what job I would like just yet.