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How much does a babysitter cost in Commerce Township, MI in 2026?
In Commerce Township, MI, the average babysitter earns about $18.11 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $724/week or $3,139/month. Most Commerce Township families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
Average hourly rate$18.11/hr · Commerce Township average
These numbers come from 24 live babysitter listings in Commerce Township on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $724
- Monthly
- $3,139
- Annual
- $37,669
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What drives the price
Most Commerce Township families pay somewhere in the $15–$25/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 babysitter'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
| 1 kid (baseline) | $18.11 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$19.11 |
| 3+ kids | ~$20.11+ |
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
| 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 Commerce Township babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Commerce Township runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Commerce Township, MI typically costs about 2% more than the Michigan average of $18/hour and 5% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Commerce Township, MI |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce Township, MI | $18/hr | — |
| Michigan | $18/hr | -2% |
| United States | $19/hr | +6% |
Where Commerce Township, MI fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.66/hour in Flint to $20.89/hour in Ann Arbor.
Below: how each compares to the Commerce Township, MI average of $18.11/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Commerce Township, MI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ann Arbor | $20.89 | +15% | |
| 2 | Traverse City | $18.72 | +3% | |
| 3 | Grand Rapids | $18.63 | +3% | |
| 4 | Ypsilanti | $18.25 | +1% | |
| 5 | Holland | $17.72 | -2% | |
| 6 | Detroit | $17.37 | -4% | |
| 7 | East Lansing | $17.23 | -5% | |
| 8 | Kalamazoo | $16.77 | -7% | |
| 9 | Lansing | $16.34 | -10% | |
| 10 | Flint | $15.66 | -14% |
● Most expensive nearby: Ann Arbor ($20.89)● Least expensive nearby: Flint ($15.66)
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 Commerce Township, MI
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 Commerce Township, MI
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 Commerce Township, MI
24 active listings in Commerce Township
Nanny Larkin
Nanny Larkin
Commerce Township, MI
$15 - $25/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Larkin and I’m currently a student majoring in ultrasound. I love being around families and children and making a difference. I love helping out with anything.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Lexi
Nanny Lexi
Commerce Township, MI
$20/hr
Occasional
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University and majored in communicative sciences and disorders with hopes of becoming a pediatric speech pathologist! I recently started graduate school at Wayne State! I look forward to hearing from you!
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Gracen
Nanny Gracen
Commerce Township, MI
$16/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi, I’m Gracen! I’m responsible, reliable, and really enjoy being around kids. While I’m building babysitting experience, I’m someone parents can count on to be attentive, follow instructions, and create a safe and fun environment for their children.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Melanie
Nanny Melanie
Commerce Township, MI
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience
A little bit about me
I am 20 years old! I worked with kids for my job as a para and baby siting siblings and cousins
Nanny Sophie
Nanny Sophie
Commerce Township, MI
$15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I like to bake and cook, I like helping people
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Nevaeh
Nanny Nevaeh
Commerce Township, MI
$15 - $19/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello friends! My name is Nevaeh, and I would love to be your new nanny!
I have experience working in a daycare as a childcare provider in the toddler room over the past year. My role focused on ensuring the physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of the children in my care. The daycare was very hands-on, with activities tailored to children’s development such as storytime, playtime, and other engaging learning activities. I also helped prepare meals including breakfast, lunch, and occasionally dinner for children who stayed later in the day.
In addition to childcare, I have experience in caregiving, where my responsibilities included housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, and ensuring the safety and comfort of elderly clients.
I’m looking to transition into nannying because helping others has always been a passion of mine since I was young. I also have reliable transportation if needed!
I look forward to connecting with you and your family!
I have experience working in a daycare as a childcare provider in the toddler room over the past year. My role focused on ensuring the physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of the children in my care. The daycare was very hands-on, with activities tailored to children’s development such as storytime, playtime, and other engaging learning activities. I also helped prepare meals including breakfast, lunch, and occasionally dinner for children who stayed later in the day.
In addition to childcare, I have experience in caregiving, where my responsibilities included housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, and ensuring the safety and comfort of elderly clients.
I’m looking to transition into nannying because helping others has always been a passion of mine since I was young. I also have reliable transportation if needed!
I look forward to connecting with you and your family!
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Trevione
Nanny Trevione
Commerce Township, MI
$18.50/hr
Part-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
You can call me Trey, I went to college for early childhood education and I’m 26 years old. I’m a former cheer assistant coach of 2 years so some would like ti categorize me as very energetic and lively. I’ve been working as a babysitter/nanny for the past 3 1/2 years full time and I have been very fortunate to have long term and short term recurrent placements. I love to cook I like to think of myself as the all round kids choice in terms off the menu I provide. In terms of housekeeping I have also had the opportunity to be a housekeeper from time to time. Mainly because I tend to be somewhat of a clean freak while nannying anyway, always trying to implement cleaning into our play time. It’s always fun finding ways to trick them into assisting me with cleaning without them thinking of the chores they might be helping with. When the little ones are taking a nap(if at all) I tend to tidy things up, meal prep, occasional phone time and prep for the next fun thing I have planned.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Amira
Nanny Amira
Commerce Township, MI
$18/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Amira I am very energetic, loving, kind and hardworking I love going on walks and cooking. I have lots of experience including dealing with twins. I am in college and love reading and will read with your kids or to them. Snack time is one of favorite parts of the day I love seeing the kids faces light up.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Lorelai
Nanny Lorelai
Commerce Township, MI
Active Now
$17/hr
Full-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
Hii! My name is Lorelai! I’m a caring, dependable, and responsible person who truly enjoys working with children. I love creating a safe, fun, and positive environment where kids can feel comfortable being themselves while learning and growing.
I’m patient, attentive, and always happy to get involved—whether that means playing games, doing crafts, helping with homework, reading stories, spending time outdoors, or simply being there when a child needs some extra attention. I understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust, and I take that responsibility seriously.
I’m looking forward to getting to know your family and becoming someone you can feel confident and comfortable having in your home!
I’m patient, attentive, and always happy to get involved—whether that means playing games, doing crafts, helping with homework, reading stories, spending time outdoors, or simply being there when a child needs some extra attention. I understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust, and I take that responsibility seriously.
I’m looking forward to getting to know your family and becoming someone you can feel confident and comfortable having in your home!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid