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How much does a full-time nanny cost in Lake Worth, FL in 2026?

In Lake Worth, FL, the average full-time nanny earns about $17.28 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $691/week or $2,995/month. Most Lake Worth families pay somewhere in the $13–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$17.28/hr · Lake Worth average

These numbers come from 78 live full-time nanny listings in Lake Worth on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$691
$2,995
$35,942

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What drives the price

Most Lake Worth families pay somewhere in the $13–$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 full-time nanny'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)$17.28
2 kids~$18.28
3+ kids~$19.28+

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 Lake Worth full-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

Lake Worth sits close to the national average for full-time nanny rates.

Hiring full-time nannies in Lake Worth, FL typically costs about the same as the Florida average of $17/hour and the same as the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly full-time nannies rates compared across Lake Worth, FL and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Lake Worth, FL
Lake Worth, FL$17/hr
Florida$17/hr+0%
United States$17/hr+0%

Where Lake Worth, FL fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough full-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $16.16/hour in Kissimmee to $20.45/hour in Naples.

Below: how each compares to the Lake Worth, FL average of $17.28/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by full-time nanny rate

10 cities near Lake Worth, FL ranked by average hourly full-time nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Lake Worth, FL
1Naples$20.45+18%
2Miami Beach$19.84+15%
3West Palm Beach$19.45+13%
4Tampa$18.57+7%
5Miami$18.31+6%
6Hollywood$17.76+3%
7Fort Myers$17.30
8Orlando$17.23
9Jacksonville$16.98-2%
10Kissimmee$16.16-6%
Most expensive nearby: Naples ($20.45) Least expensive nearby: Kissimmee ($16.16)

Tips to find a great full-time nanny without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best full-time nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced full-time nannies 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 full-time nannies 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 full-time nanny in Lake Worth, FL

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

  1. 01

    Browse full-time nanny profiles in Lake Worth, FL

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

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the full-time nannies 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 full-time nanny fits with your family in real time.

  4. 04

    Hire your full-time nanny

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Available full-time nannies in Lake Worth, FL

78 active listings in Lake Worth

Yaumara D. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Yaumara

Lake Worth, FL
$16.28/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hola , me llamo Yaumara y tengo 51 años. La mayor experiencia q tengo es q dedique mi vida a cuidar de mis hijos q hoy tienen 20,33y24años .Puedo ofrecer lo q andan buscando .Tengan buen día

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Valentina G. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Valentina

Lake Worth, FL
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m Colombian 21 years old, I’m very passionate when it comes to kids, teaching them and taking care of them. Is a Job that fits perfectly with my skills, I can be flexible with schedule changes. Im very responsible and im big on communication and relationship building.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Nathali C. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Nathali

Lake Worth, FL
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

¡Fun sitter and smile creator!
I’m a patient and compassionate professional nanny with 7 months experience caring for children between the ages of 2 and 10. I
enjoy keeping my charges active,
encouraging imagination and building their confidence and self-esteem in the world around them. Ideally seeking a long-term or part time position where I can play a key role in the children's learning and development.

Certification

First Aid
Camila Z. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Camila

Lake Worth, FL
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Caring, loving and fun nanny. I believe nannies form great part of how your kids are raised & of what they will become when older- and I aim for a happy, productive, and independent child- raised with love, manners, mutual care, support, and respect.

Your kid will be kept safe & entertained through educational activities that will make them forget about their screen time. I also believe that good health starts from the inside- what we consume through our mouth and brain.

Let me help you grow in your journey as a parent. Will gladly help with meal preps, dropping & picking up, play dates, & light house cleaning.

But who are you hiring? I'm a passionate, caring, well mannered young lady. A freelance graphic designer & small business owner in the printing & skincare industry. Everybody likes an extra income though- it all started with caring for my family's and friend's kids.
Maria M. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Maria

Lake Worth, FL
$16/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids a lot they mean a lot to me I’m 16 years old my parents think that this job would be great for me I’m Hispanic I can help kids with there school work and I’m young so I can clean for sure and I’ve actually volunteered at a daycare for 1 year it was amazing they had all ages up to 1-11years old

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Khyla B. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Khyla

Lake Worth, FL
$17/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Khyla Berry I love working with children. I have always had a love for them and I just love being able so be apart of their development and watching them grow. I am also in school for early childhood education.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gabriela V. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Gabriela

Lake Worth, FL
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Soy una persona de buen ánimo y actitud , cariñosa com mucha paciencia y de buenos valores morales

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sofia M. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Sofia

Lake Worth, FL
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
Helen B. - Seeking Work in Lake Worth

Nanny Helen

Lake Worth, FL
$17/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I have worked with children for 6 years. I love singing songs with them, playing outside, and creating an environment that is warm and fun. I have worked as a teacher for ages 1-3 at daycares.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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