How much does a babysitter cost in Boston, MA?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Boston, MA is $22.78 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Boston, MA is $797.30 ($22.78 per hour × 35 hours).

How much to pay a babysitter near you?

What's the average cost of a babysitter in Boston, MA?

The average cost of a babysitter is $22.78 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15 and $35. A babysitter's hourly rate can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care needed.

The most expensive nearby cities for babysitters

Whether you’re in Newton, Framingham, or Arlington, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a babysitter. Typically, the higher the cost of living, the higher the babysitter cost. The most expensive city to have a babysitter in Massachusetts is Newton, where the average hourly rate is $23.17.
  1. Newton
  2. Framingham
  3. Arlington
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Boston, MA

  • +10%
    Car
  • +8%
    First aid
  • +7%
    Driver's license
  • +7%
    Full-time
  • +1%
    Live-in
  • -2%
    Part-time
The average hourly rate for car babysitters is $25.15, 10% above the average in Boston, MA. For part-time babysitters, the average hourly rate is $22.24, 2% below the average in Boston, MA.
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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Boston, MA

  • +5%
    Infant care
  • +3%
    Toddler care
  • +3%
    Grade-schooler care
  • +2%
    Preschooler care
  • +2%
    Special needs care
The average hourly rate for infant care babysitters is $23.82, 5% above the average in Boston, MA. For special needs care babysitters, the average hourly rate is $23.32, 2% above the average in Boston, MA.

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Available babysitters in Boston, MA

Adamaris G. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Adamaris

Boston, MA
$23 - $29/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a responsible, patient, and caring person with hands-on experience helping care for younger siblings and family members. I’m comfortable helping with playtime, meals, homework, bedtime routines, and keeping kids safe and entertained. Even though I don’t have paid babysitting experience yet, I’m dependable, a quick learner, and genuinely enjoy spending time with children. I understand the importance of creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment, and I’m excited to help families who need a trustworthy babysitter.
Camryn C. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Camryn

Boston, MA
$23/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Camryn and I am a junior at Northeastern University. I study journalism with minors in public relations and film studies, so I love all things pop culture! I have two younger siblings and six younger cousins who I have naturally assumed babysitting roles for. I worked with an incoming preschooler as my first official job and taught him the alphabet as well as some simple counting.

I am CPR certified for infants and children. I love finding ways to get creative and outside, when the weather is nice, when playing with kids. I try to be as hands-on as possible and let them use their imagination.

My schedule is quite flexible as I am a full-time student and I am able to travel throughout Boston easily.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Clara C. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Clara

Boston, MA
$23/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi!! My name is Clara and I’m currently a second-year nursing student at Northeastern University. I am offering child care as well as help with household tasks. I’ve loved working with kids for years and have experience caring for children of different ages through summer camps as well as babysitting on and off throughout high school and college. I enjoy creating fun, engaging activities while also making sure kids feel safe, supported, and cared for. In addition to child care, I’m happy to help with household chores, light cleaning, meal prep, and running errands if needed. I also work at a hospital as a Patient Care Assistant, which has strengthened my sense of responsibility, attentiveness, and ability to stay calm in any situation. And I am CPR certified. I would describe myself as reliable, patient, and warm, and I truly enjoy helping families make their day-to-day lives a little easier.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Catherine J. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Catherine

Boston, MA
Active Now
$22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi!! My name’s Catherine and I just completed my junior year at CU Boulder. I am currently home in Boston for the summer and I would love to help out with your babies/children whenever you need. I have plenty of babysitting experience growing up and my best friend has 9 month old twin babyboys who I care for regularly when I am home in Boston. If you need a helping hand or just want to go enjoy some you time, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d love to help :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Abbi H. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Abbi

Boston, MA
$22/hr
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Abigail Huri and I’m a college student at Northeastern University. I’m from Washington state and have worked a variety of jobs but in high school I babysat a lot of family friends’ children and I love working with kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Jessica W. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Jessica

Boston, MA
$22/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I have a little over two years of experience caring for children of different ages. I can help with meals, activities, homework, and keeping a safe and calm environment. I’m reliable, patient, and comfortable following routines that work best for each child.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Abigail G. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Abigail

Boston, MA
$23/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love helping out in anything I can, enjoy being with children, love doing fun activities, love to read and draw.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Myriama stella P. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Myriama stella

Boston, MA
$23.08/hr
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my Name is Myriama Stella Pascal. Iam 28 years old. Iam a CNA i like children i would like to work with children . I have experience working with children i studied educational science and i did benovolat at my church to work with childrenn when I was in my country.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Crismely M. - Seeking Work in Boston

Nanny Crismely

Boston, MA
$23/hr
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is [Crismely Martinez], and I have [1 year] of experience working with children of different ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I truly enjoy supporting children’s growth and development through creative play, learning activities, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment. I’m reliable, patient, and dedicated to providing the best care, while also supporting families with their daily routines. I’m excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and positive energy to your family.”

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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