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How much does a child care provider cost in Riverton, UT in 2026?

In Riverton, UT, the average child care provider earns about $18 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $720/week or $3,120/month. Most Riverton families pay somewhere in the $10–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$18/hr · Riverton average

These numbers come from 52 live child care provider listings in Riverton on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$720
$3,120
$37,440

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What drives the price

Most Riverton 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.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a child care provider'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)$18
2 kids~$19
3+ kids~$20+

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.

Full-time, part-time, and live-in child care provider rates

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$19.16/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$18.14/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.

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How do Riverton child care provider rates compare to state and national averages?

Riverton runs below the U.S. average for child care provider rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring child care in Riverton, UT typically costs about 5% more than the Utah average of $17/hour and 5% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly child care rates compared across Riverton, UT and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Riverton, UT
Riverton, UT$18/hr
Utah$17/hr-4%
United States$19/hr+6%

Where Riverton, UT fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough child care provider data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.27/hour in Logan to $19.41/hour in Sandy.

Below: how each compares to the Riverton, UT average of $18.00/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by child care provider rate

10 cities near Riverton, UT ranked by average hourly child care provider rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Riverton, UT
1Sandy$19.41+8%
2Salt Lake City$18.67+4%
3Vineyard$17.56-2%
4Lehi$17.49-3%
5West Jordan$17.47-3%
6Orem$16.92-6%
7Layton$16.84-6%
8Provo$16.76-7%
9St. George$16.15-10%
10Logan$15.27-15%
Most expensive nearby: Sandy ($19.41) Least expensive nearby: Logan ($15.27)

Tips to find a great child care provider without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best child care on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced child care 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 child care 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 child care provider in Riverton, UT

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

  1. 01

    Browse child care provider profiles in Riverton, UT

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

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the child care 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 child care provider fits with your family in real time.

  4. 04

    Hire your child care provider

    If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

Available child care in Riverton, UT

52 active listings in Riverton

Elizabeth M. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Elizabeth

Riverton, UT
$20 - $40/hr
Full-time
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey! My name is Elizabeth, I’m 17 years old and graduated high school as a Junior. I have 5 sisters and they are my favorite people in the whole world! I have been watching kids since I was 8 years old and love to bond with the kids I watch!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Calliope F. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Calliope

Riverton, UT
$19/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Nurturing young minds and supporting families is what I'm all about. With five years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules and believe in open
communication with parents, providing regular updates through texts, calls, and quick chats at pickup. I love engaging children with outdoor sports, board games, puzzles, and educational activities. I have a car, am comfortable with pets, and hold current certifications in CPR and First Aid. I can care for up to four children at a time. My goal is to positively impact your child's life while offering you peace of mind. Knowing I can make a difference in your family's life brings me joy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Amy K. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Amy

Riverton, UT
$17/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids! I teach preschool at my high school and would love to spend time this summer with kids!!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Madi O. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Madi

Riverton, UT
$18/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

! My name is Madi, and I am 21 years old! I would describe my personality as kind, passionate, and responsible! As a current online college student, I maintain a 3. 8 GPA and graduated high school with a 3. 99 GPA! I also played college volleyball for a year, which taught me teamwork and leadership.

In addition, I have valuable experience working as a nanny, and I currently hold a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certificate. I've also worked as a medical assistant and hold a current CPR certification.

In my spare time, I love staying active by playing volleyball and enjoying the outdoors! I also cherish spending quality time with friends and family. I'm very social, have a big heart, and deeply care for others! One of my future aspirations is to become a mom one day!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sydney B. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Sydney

Riverton, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I have about 7 years of childcare experience with children from the ages of 3 months to 12 years old! I love spending time outdoors and doing lots of different activities! I’m very reliable and very comfortable managing busy households

Have experience working with

Infants
Mya L. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Mya

Riverton, UT
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Mya Laroza, I am a senior in High school looking to earn some extra money. I am loving, kind, responsible, and patient. I love incorporating crafts while watching your kids and overall making sure they are happy. I am CPR and First Aid certified ensuring that I can handle any emergency that comes my way. Although I don’t have nanny experience, I have babysat for multiple families. I hope to expand my experience level! I would love to get to know your kids!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lily C. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Lily

Riverton, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Lily and I am 20 years old. I am currently studying to be a social worker. I love the outdoors, traveling, and hanging out with my family and friends. I love children and have many years of experience nannying. My most recent experience was nannying for 2 boys starting when they were 3 months and 2 years old.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jordynn B. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Jordynn

Riverton, UT
$17/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Jordynn and I am an outgoing bubbly person. I love to work with kids and have throughout my life. I worked with Special needs kids in school to learn how to better help them in each environment. i love to do activities and crafts with children’s and help them develop fine motor skills.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Melania T. - Seeking Work in Riverton

Nanny Melania

Riverton, UT
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I grew up in a big family with many kids. I am my families live in babysitter and love being around kids. I also love learning the things that they like and wanting to do things to keep that smile on their faces!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
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