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How much does a babysitter cost in Laramie, WY in 2026?

In Laramie, WY, the average babysitter earns about $16.37 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $655/week or $2,837/month. Most Laramie families pay somewhere in the $12–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$16.37/hr · Laramie average

These numbers come from 40 live babysitter listings in Laramie on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$655
$2,837
$34,050

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What drives the price

Most Laramie families pay somewhere in the $12–$20/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
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$16.37
2 kids~$17.37
3+ kids~$18.37+

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
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.

How do Laramie babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Laramie runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring babysitters in Laramie, WY typically costs about 9% less than the Wyoming average of $18/hour and 13% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Laramie, WY and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Laramie, WY
Laramie, WY$16/hr
Wyoming$18/hr+10%
United States$19/hr+15%

Where Laramie, WY fits among nearby cities

6 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $13.91/hour in Gillette to $26.21/hour in Jackson.

Below: how each compares to the Laramie, WY average of $16.37/hour — Laramie, WY is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

6 cities near Laramie, WY ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Laramie, WY
1Jackson$26.21+60%
2Sheridan$17.43+6%
Laramie$16.37
4Cheyenne$16.21-1%
5Casper$15.15-7%
6Gillette$13.91-15%
Most expensive nearby: Jackson ($26.21) Least expensive nearby: Gillette ($13.91)

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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.
Learn more about nanny sharing

How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Laramie, WY

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Laramie, WY

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 Laramie, WY

40 active listings in Laramie

Myah M. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Myah

Laramie, WY
$16/hr
Occasional
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I currently work at a daycare, so I have lots of experience with children of all ages! I am a full time student at the University of Wyoming and would love to babysit on the weekends to earn money to put towards school.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Addie S. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Addie

Laramie, WY
$15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Addie, and I’ve been working in childcare for 2.5 years now. I am knowledgeable about child development and believe in a relationship first strategy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Julia H. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Julia

Laramie, WY
$15/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hey! I am 19 years old going to school at the University of Wyoming. Currently my major is pre-nursing and I am also a part time CNA at a nursing home in town. I am looking for a part time or situational babysitting! I have worked in preschools with kids through high school. I have taken child education and I am CPR an first aid certified.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kalei G. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Kalei

Laramie, WY
$12 - $25/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a warm hearted and caring individual. My passion is supporting others, and I take pride in providing a safe, loving, fun, and developmental learning environment. I am here to support you and your family whenever you need help.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ella B. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Ella

Laramie, WY
$16/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have been taking care of kids the ages 0-12 months so I was 10 and kids 1-3 since I was 12.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ellery M. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Ellery

Laramie, WY
$15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Ellery and I am a student at the University. I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, snowboarding and I love dogs

Certification

CPR
Amy B. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Amy

Laramie, WY
$15/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name’s Amy. I finished my Bachelor’s degree a year ago and just started my own family. I’m a stay-at-home mom of a 5 month old. I’m looking to help out a mom in need!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sadie B. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Sadie

Laramie, WY
$14/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am Sadie Bangs, I am currently Studying Secondary Education at the University of Wyoming. I have always loved children and started babysitting when I was 14. I come from a big family so the more the merrier.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Alaura H. - Seeking Work in Laramie

Nanny Alaura

Laramie, WY
$14/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Alaura I moved up here from Oklahoma for college. I have a 1.5 year old niece that I raised from birth and I used to work at the daycare in my old church

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
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