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How much does a babysitter cost in Friendswood, TX in 2026?
In Friendswood, TX, the average babysitter earns about $17.91 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $716/week or $3,104/month. Most Friendswood families pay somewhere in the $10–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 54 live babysitter listings in Friendswood on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $716
- Monthly
- $3,104
- Annual
- $37,253
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What drives the price
Most Friendswood families pay somewhere in the $10–$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) | $17.91 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$18.91 |
| 3+ kids | ~$19.91+ |
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 | $19.26/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $21.25/hr |
Part-time often runs higher per hour than full-time. Short, fragmented schedules are harder for babysitters to fill alongside other jobs, so the per-hour rate compensates.
How do Friendswood babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Friendswood runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Friendswood, TX typically costs about 6% more than the Texas average of $17/hour and 5% less than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Friendswood, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Friendswood, TX | $18/hr | — |
| Texas | $17/hr | -6% |
| United States | $19/hr | +6% |
Where Friendswood, TX fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.24/hour in El Paso to $21.91/hour in Austin.
Below: how each compares to the Friendswood, TX average of $17.91/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Friendswood, TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austin | $21.91 | +22% | |
| 2 | Dallas | $19.69 | +10% | |
| 3 | Houston | $17.68 | -1% | |
| 4 | Fort Worth | $17.60 | -2% | |
| 5 | Arlington | $17.27 | -4% | |
| 6 | San Antonio | $16.83 | -6% | |
| 7 | Denton | $16.65 | -7% | |
| 8 | College Station | $14.99 | -16% | |
| 9 | Lubbock | $14.45 | -19% | |
| 10 | El Paso | $14.24 | -20% |
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 Friendswood, TX
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 Friendswood, TX
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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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
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Available babysitters in Friendswood, TX
54 active listings in Friendswood
Nanny Aiden
Nanny Aiden
A little bit about me
I'm the oldest of seven children which has given me a lot of experience in babysitting multiple children at once.
Nanny Andrea
Nanny Andrea
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Nanny Laura camila
Nanny Laura camila
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I live in friendswood I have 7 years experience working with kids all ages
I have my CPR my background check a lot of certifications
I speak English and Spanish
I can cook , housekeeping
I can help weekends too
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Nanny Bianca
Nanny Bianca
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Nanny Keira
Nanny Keira
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Nanny Jadyn
Nanny Jadyn
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Nanny Precious
Nanny Precious
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I’ve done volunteer childcare at my church, raised 3 children (1 grandchild that is 4 months old) and cared for other children as well.
I have reliable transportation (clean driving record; verifiable) and I live in Friendswood so I’m not far at all. I’m also CPR and First Aid Certified.
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Nanny R
Nanny R
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