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How much does a babysitter cost in Pomona, CA in 2026?

In Pomona, CA, the average babysitter earns about $20.51 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $820/week or $3,555/month. Most Pomona families pay somewhere in the $17–$28/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$20.51/hr · Pomona average

These numbers come from 86 live babysitter listings in Pomona on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$820
$3,555
$42,661

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What drives the price

Most Pomona families pay somewhere in the $17–$28/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 babysitter'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)$20.51
2 kids~$21.51
3+ kids~$22.51+

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 babysitter rates

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$22.39/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$20.63/hr
Occasional5–15 hrs/week$20.95/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 Pomona babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Pomona runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.

Hiring babysitters in Pomona, CA typically costs about 9% less than the California average of $23/hour and 7% more than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Pomona, CA and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Pomona, CA
Pomona, CA$21/hr—
California$23/hr+10%
United States$19/hr-7%

Where Pomona, CA fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $19.01/hour in Fresno to $28.03/hour in San Francisco.

Below: how each compares to the Pomona, CA average of $20.51/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Pomona, CA ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Pomona, CA
1San Francisco$28.03+37%
2San Jose$25.39+24%
3Los Angeles$24.66+20%
4San Diego$23.54+15%
5Long Beach$22.34+9%
6Sacramento$20.91+2%
7Riverside$19.95-3%
8Stockton$19.70-4%
9Bakersfield$19.14-7%
10Fresno$19.01-7%
● Most expensive nearby: San Francisco ($28.03)● Least expensive nearby: Fresno ($19.01)

Tips to find a great babysitter without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best babysitters on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced babysitters 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 babysitters 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 babysitter in Pomona, CA

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

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Pomona, CA

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

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

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

  4. 04

    Hire your babysitter

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

Available babysitters in Pomona, CA

86 active listings in Pomona

Briana I. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Briana

Pomona, CA
$21 - $30/hr
Part-time
Occasional
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Recently, I was working full-time while also working part-time as an esthetician. I would love the opportunity to work part-time as a babysitter or nanny. I have many years of experience working with children through family and friends, and I truly enjoy being around kids of all ages. In my previous job, I worked for a nonprofit for seven years supporting adults with disabilities through community integration and supervision. That experience taught me a lot about patience, responsibility, communication, and creating a safe and engaging environment.
I’m available weekdays and weekends, and I’m CPR and First Aid certified. I’m very creative, engaging, and love helping kids learn, explore, and have fun. I have my own reliable vehicle and can provide transportation as needed.
Feel free to give me a call if you’d like to chat or have any questions. I’m also happy to provide references if needed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jessenia M. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Jessenia

Pomona, CA
$18 - $25/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Jessenia. I am a college student at Pepperdine University in Malibu. I love to work with kids, this goes from doing arts and crafts to playing sports. I truly do enjoy children and spending my time with them. I have a young niece myself and I know what a handful they can be, but if there’s any way I could lend a helping hand I would love to.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Dorathy A. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Dorathy

Pomona, CA
$20 - $25/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I am Dorathy Acosta and I am 19. I am originally from Fresno, California but am a full time college student at Cal Poly Pomona. My major is in theater but I also enjoy working with children and have been considering working with them in the future. I have a lot of experience working with kids from babysitting to being an afterschool teacher.
Sofia V. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Sofia

Pomona, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a 20 year old Psychology major at Cal Poly Pomona. My experience with children starts from toddlers to middle school, as I used to work as a Behavior Technician and helped take care of my younger siblings. I love playing games, being outside, and being with kids!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Irma R. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Irma

Pomona, CA
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, Families!

My name is Irma. I am from Peru and currently reside in Pomona, CA. I am a US citizen and speak fluent English and Spanish. Working as a Childcare provider is my passion. Since 2000, i have been helping families -- i was a part of their family and they were part of mine.

I have full experience in the caring for newborns, to early teens. I am a professional.

I'm kind, respectful, efficient and most importantly patient. I like to lead with love and understanding.

Please note -- i don't own a car at the moment. However, public transportation helps greatly on my way to work.

I can help 7 Days a Week.
I can be at your home as early as you need me and stay until late evenings.
I LOVE organization... if a child is napping or doing their homework, i make myself useful by doing housework: dishes, laundry, tidying up! :)

I can help with:
Laundry
Dishes
Picking up toys
And easy meal preps

Please, feel free to text me any time of day
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Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alissa B. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Alissa

Pomona, CA
$19.50/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I'm a caregiver and babysitter been doing this for 3 years now I'm 23 and love kids I'm great at keeping kids busy wether it's arts and crafts or running around outside.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Alissa is really sweet with kids. She would take initiative and make the kids lunch or if the get dirty during the day she makes sure they take a shower or gets a bath. She loves Disney so watching the movies repeatedly doesn't bother her. Alissa is very attentive when she needs to be and also knows when to say when enough is enough if the kids start to argue or fight. She's go it handled. She has a lot of years of experience and I will alway trust her with my kids. She's really good with my kids and my kids love her. I trust her completely with my kids."
- Jennifer
Evelyn L. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Evelyn

Pomona, CA
$22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have been working with kids of the ages 0-12 for a year now. I love working with children and watching them develop and grow. I have always wanted to work with kids in some way since they are young kindhearted people just learning how to live.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Aubrey H. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Aubrey

Pomona, CA
$22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Aubrey. I am currently an incoming Junior in college. I am hoping to become an orthodontist. I currently work two part-time jobs and am looking to babysit as an addition pass time. I am very passionate about working with children, I am an older sister to two young children (8 & 9 years old) and have experience coaching children ages 7-9 in cheerleading for many years! I am excited to have a fun and engaging time while babysitting! I absolutely am open to a meet-up prior! Thank you <3

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Janeth C. - Seeking Work in Pomona

Nanny Janeth

Pomona, CA
$22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Janeth Cervantes and I am an incoming freshman at the University of La Verne. I have been a caretaker in my family for a couple of years and have taken care of children from newborn to age 10. I am caring, loving, enthusiastic, responsible, respectful, and talkative.
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