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How much does a nanny cost in Highland, UT in 2026?

In Highland, UT, the average nanny earns about $17.72 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $709/week or $3,071/month. Most Highland families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$17.72/hr · Highland average

These numbers come from 36 live nanny listings in Highland on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$709
$3,071
$36,858

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What drives the price

Most Highland families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/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 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)$17.72
2 kids~$18.72
3+ kids~$19.72+

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 Highland nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Highland, UT typically costs about the same as the Utah average of $18/hour and 9% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Highland, UT and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Highland, UT
Highland, UT$18/hr—
Utah$18/hr0%
United States$19/hr+10%

Where Highland, UT fits among nearby cities

The most expensive city for nannies near Highland, UT is Sandy at $19.67/hour; the least expensive is Logan at $15.41/hour.

Below are the 5 most and 5 least expensive cities near Highland, UT and how each compares to Highland, UT's average of $17.72/hour.

Most expensive cities near Highland, UT

Top 5 most expensive cities near Highland, UT for hiring a nanny, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Highland, UT
1Sandy$19.67+11%
2Salt Lake City$19.10+8%
3Riverton$18.35+4%
4Vineyard$18.34+3%
5Lehi$18.08+2%

Least expensive cities near Highland, UT

Top 5 least expensive cities near Highland, UT for hiring a nanny, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Highland, UT
1Logan$15.41-13%
2Ogden$16.55-7%
3St. George$16.63-6%
4Layton$17.16-3%
5Provo$17.33-2%

Tips to find a great nanny without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced 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 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 nanny in Highland, UT

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

  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Highland, UT

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

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

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

  4. 04

    Hire your nanny

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

Available nannies in Highland, UT

36 active listings in Highland

Brecklyn H. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Brecklyn

Highland, UT
$18/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 21 years old and love working with kids! I’m currently nannying for a family on Tuesdays and Thursdays and absolutely adore them. I’m looking to fill the rest of my week with another great family.

I’m very patient, reliable, and love creating a fun and positive environment. I enjoy being active, spending time outdoors, and I love photography—so I’m always taking pictures and videos to capture fun memories!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Chenoa B. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Chenoa

Highland, UT
$17/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Chenoa, I'm 19, and I absolutely love being around kids! I'm a very outgoing person and love anything outdoors, doing crafts, playing sports, and staying active. I love finding fun things to do and making sure kids are having a good time while staying safe. I'm reliable, easy to get along with, and have a pretty flexible schedule. I'd love the chance to get to know your family and help however I can!

Certification

CPR
Julianne K. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Julianne

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

A little bit about me

I am 17! I will be a senior this year! I absolutely love kids! I am the third of seven kids . Some things I love is the color pink, sunsets, bows, clothes, hikes, kids, and hanging out with my friends and family! I would love to help out and I will cook and clean! I can work part time right now:)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Faith N. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Faith

Highland, UT
$18.50/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Faith! I’m 18 years old and about to graduate a semester early from high school, so I will be done in december! I was paid to babysit my cousins for 2 days a week for 2 years. I loved it and it has led me to trying out nannying for other families! I have been First Aid and CPR certified through my medical anatomy course I took my Jr year of high school. I have a lot of experience around kids and also working/cleaning around a home!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emili M. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Emili

Highland, UT
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 20 years old. I’m a very calm and collected person. I have 4 siblings ranging from 6-18, so I have experience babysitting those ages.

Have experience working with

Infants
Isabeau R. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Isabeau

Highland, UT
$20 - $25/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Isabeau (Is-a-bow), I am a virtual high-profile talent personal assistant, looking to fill in my gaps with my childcare skills! I have always been a natural "Baby whisper" minor & a eldest sister major. I started in paid child care at 11 and by 16 I got my first part-time nanny postion working with an 8-week-old & 2-year-old. I was with that family October 2023 to August 2024. There after, I supported another family on-call; a 12-week-old & 4-year-old while working at Hale Center Theatre in Sandy UT.

In my spare time, I love to watercolor, move my body (Yoga, Hikes, Pilates), create creative nourishing meals, & gathering the people I love together. I operate from extreme patience, teaching regulation, screen free enforcement, & creativity/Arts. I'd describe my personality as vibrant, patient, adaptive, and I will bring effectiveness & presence to every interaction. I am currently open to occasional babysitting & back up nannying. Let's get in contact!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Isabeau was awesome and my 3 year old daughter loved when she came to babysit and my newborn took to her as well! She took notes on the instructions I’d give her for the kids and she stuck to them! She always brought a fun craft or activity for my daughter to do which I so appreciated! She also was a great communicator - checking in before the appointed date and time and then during the job she would send me updates and send photos of the kids which was very reassuring for me! Would definitely recommend!"
- Lauren
Caitlyn C. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Caitlyn

Highland, UT
$18/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I love working with kids! Between nannying and babysitting I’ve worked with kids for 4+ years. I’ve worked with kids in many different areas as I’ve worked not only as a nanny, but as a pediatric medical assistant, physical therapy assistant and substitute teacher. I do currently work as a nurse and I am just looking for a nannying position on the side.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kenzie S. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Kenzie

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

A little bit about me

My name is Kenzie. I am from Highland and I love kids. My dream job is to be a mom. I also have a love for nutrition (I am going to school for it right now), cooking, and being outside.
Courtney M. - Seeking Work in Highland

Nanny Courtney

Highland, UT
$19/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I love reading, running and spending time outdoors. I’m currently a freshman at Utah Tech studying Psychology with a minor in Nutrition. I have always loved babysitting kids since a young age. A fun fact about me is that I lived in Australia for 7 months with my family for my dad’s work. I plan to serve a LDS mission starting July 2025. I’m looking to become financially independent.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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