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How much does a full-time nanny cost in Brooklyn, NY in 2026?
In Brooklyn, NY, the average full-time nanny earns about $20.59 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $824/week or $3,569/month. Most Brooklyn families pay somewhere in the $16–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 1,901 live full-time nanny listings in Brooklyn on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $824
- Monthly
- $3,569
- Annual
- $42,827
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What drives the price
Most Brooklyn families pay somewhere in the $16–$30/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) | $20.59 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$21.59 |
| 3+ kids | ~$22.59+ |
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 full-time nanny rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $21.49/hr | See full-time rates → |
| Live-in | Set by family | $21.29/hr | See live-in rates → |
Live-in rates are close to live-out here — but the package usually still includes room and board, so the all-in cost can be lower than it appears. The trade-off is space — you'll need a private bedroom and ideally a separate bathroom for the full-time nanny.
How do Brooklyn full-time nanny rates compare to state and national averages?
Brooklyn runs above the U.S. average for full-time nanny rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring full-time nannies in Brooklyn, NY typically costs about 1% more than the New York average of $20/hour and 19% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Brooklyn, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn, NY | $21/hr | — |
| New York | $20/hr | -1% |
| United States | $17/hr | -16% |
Where Brooklyn, NY fits among nearby cities
9 nearby cities have enough full-time nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $17.90/hour in Bronx to $22.30/hour in New York.
Below: how each compares to the Brooklyn, NY average of $20.59/hour — Brooklyn, NY is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by full-time nanny rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brooklyn, NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $22.30 | +8% | |
| 2 | Yonkers | $20.96 | +2% | |
| 3 | Brooklyn | $20.59 | — | |
| 4 | The Bronx | $19.65 | -5% | |
| 5 | Queens | $19.34 | -6% | |
| 6 | Staten Island | $18.58 | -10% | |
| 7 | Buffalo | $18.22 | -12% | |
| 8 | Rochester | $18.16 | -12% | |
| 9 | Bronx | $17.90 | -13% |
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.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a full-time nanny in Brooklyn, NY
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:
- 01
Browse full-time nanny profiles in Brooklyn, NY
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 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.
- 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.
- 04
Hire your full-time nanny
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Available full-time nannies in Brooklyn, NY
1,901 active listings in Brooklyn
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Nanny Carole Pierre
Nanny Carole Pierre
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I worked at Regency Welcome Care, where I gained valuable hands-on experience supporting families and caring for children in the home. Over the years, I have worked in three different houses caring for children of various ages and needs. I cared for two children, ages 3 months and 4 years old, and I also worked with a 7-year-old boy with special needs. This experience helped me become patient, responsible, and attentive to each child’s unique needs.
After that, I moved on to work as a live-in nanny for two private families in New York City through a close family referral. In my first position. I take pride in helping families.