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How much does a full-time nanny cost in North Dakota in 2026?

In North Dakota, the average full-time nanny earns about $17.23 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $689/week or $2,987/month. Rates across North Dakota fall in the $10–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$17.23/hr · North Dakota average

These numbers come from 209 live full-time nanny listings in North Dakota on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$689
$2,987
$35,838

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What drives the price

Across North Dakota, full-time nannies rates fall in the $10–$25/hour range. Where a 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)$17.23
2 kids~$18.23
3+ kids~$19.23+

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 North Dakota full-time nanny rates compare to the national average?

North Dakota runs below the U.S. average for full-time nanny rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking to hire here. Rates are tightest in larger cities and lowest in smaller towns and rural areas.

Hiring full-time nannies in North Dakota typically costs about 12% less than the United States average of $20/hour.

Average hourly full-time nannies rates compared across North Dakota and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. North Dakota
North Dakota$17/hr
United States$20/hr+14%

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 North Dakota

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 North Dakota

    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

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

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