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How much does a babysitter cost in Troy, MO in 2026?
In Troy, MO, the average babysitter earns about $15.65 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $626/week or $2,713/month. Most Troy families pay somewhere in the $14–$21/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 67 live babysitter listings in Troy on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $626
- Monthly
- $2,713
- Annual
- $32,552
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What drives the price
Most Troy families pay somewhere in the $14–$21/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) | $15.65 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$16.65 |
| 3+ kids | ~$17.65+ |
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.
How do Troy babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Troy runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring babysitters in Troy, MO typically costs about 1% less than the Missouri average of $16/hour and 7% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Troy, MO |
|---|---|---|
| Troy, MO | $16/hr | — |
| Missouri | $16/hr | +1% |
| United States | $17/hr | +7% |
Where Troy, MO fits among nearby cities
10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.30/hour in Cape Girardeau to $17.62/hour in St. Peters.
Below: how each compares to the Troy, MO average of $15.65/hour.
Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Troy, MO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Peters | $17.62 | +13% | |
| 2 | Kansas City | $17.12 | +9% | |
| 3 | St. Louis | $16.79 | +7% | |
| 4 | Lee's Summit | $16.21 | +4% | |
| 5 | Florissant | $15.94 | +2% | |
| 6 | Independence | $15.77 | +1% | |
| 7 | Columbia | $15.45 | -1% | |
| 8 | Springfield | $15.42 | -1% | |
| 9 | Joplin | $15.16 | -3% | |
| 10 | Cape Girardeau | $14.30 | -9% |
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 Troy, MO
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 Troy, MO
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
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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.
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Hire your babysitter
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Available babysitters in Troy, MO
67 active listings in Troy
Nanny Lilly
Nanny Lilly
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Nanny Madison
Nanny Madison
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I have a little brother, he is 5 years old i’ve watched him ever since he was born. I have watched kids since I was 13 years old and I am almost 19 years old :) I love and adore ALL kids my future career is with kids :) Would love to help whoever I can.
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Nanny Breanna
Nanny Breanna
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my name is Breanna. I am 21 years old, I have 5+ years experience working with children. Im first aid & CPR certified, I’ve completed my safe sleep trainings, safe gatherings training and others. I’ve worked with all age ranges from newborn to school age kiddos. Working with children is a big passion of mine. I’m currently a lead teacher for 2’s. I have lesson planning/schedule planning experience, potty training experience, meal preparation, I’m very flexible/adapt very easy, I love being in nature and going on fun adventures, I love doing arts & crafts and many many other fun things (that’s just a little about myself) !!
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Nanny Olivia
Nanny Olivia
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