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How much does a babysitter cost in Maple Grove, MN in 2026?
In Maple Grove, MN, the average babysitter earns about $19.66 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $786/week or $3,408/month. Most Maple Grove families pay somewhere in the $12–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 91 live babysitter listings in Maple Grove on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $786
- Monthly
- $3,408
- Annual
- $40,893
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What drives the price
Most Maple Grove families pay somewhere in the $12–$25/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) | $19.66 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$20.66 |
| 3+ kids | ~$21.66+ |
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 babysitter rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $21.01/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $19.18/hr | |
| Occasional | 5–15 hrs/week | $19.16/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.
How do Maple Grove babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Maple Grove sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.
Hiring babysitters in Maple Grove, MN typically costs about 7% more than the Minnesota average of $18/hour and 5% more than the United States average of $19/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Grove, MN | $20/hr | — |
| Minnesota | $18/hr | -7% |
| United States | $19/hr | -4% |
Where Maple Grove, MN fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $16.87/hour in Mankato to $20.17/hour in Minneapolis.
Below: how each compares to the Maple Grove, MN average of $19.66/hour — Maple Grove, MN is highlighted at its true rank.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Maple Grove, MN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minneapolis | $20.17 | +3% | |
| 2 | Maple Grove | $19.66 | — | |
| 3 | Saint Paul | $19.15 | -3% | |
| 4 | Lakeville | $19.12 | -3% | |
| 5 | Rochester | $18.99 | -3% | |
| 6 | Woodbury | $18.82 | -4% | |
| 7 | St. Cloud | $17.64 | -10% | |
| 8 | Blaine | $17.33 | -12% | |
| 9 | Duluth | $17.11 | -13% | |
| 10 | Mankato | $16.87 | -14% |
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.
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How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Maple Grove, MN
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Maple Grove, MN
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the babysitters 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 babysitter fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
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Available babysitters in Maple Grove, MN
91 active listings in Maple Grove
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Nanny Duresso
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I am available for part-time babysitting after 5:00 PM on weekdays and anytime on weekends. I am reliable, patient, and can help with childcare, light meals, and creating a safe, positive environment for your children.
If you are looking for someone trustworthy and experienced, I would love to help your family!