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How much does a babysitter cost in Haddon Township, NJ in 2026?
In Haddon Township, NJ, the average babysitter earns about $19.01 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $760/week or $3,295/month. Most Haddon Township families pay somewhere in the $15–$26/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 32 live babysitter listings in Haddon Township on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $760
- Monthly
- $3,295
- Annual
- $39,541
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What drives the price
Most Haddon Township families pay somewhere in the $15–$26/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) | $19.01 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$20.01 |
| 3+ kids | ~$21.01+ |
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 Haddon Township babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?
Haddon Township runs above the U.S. average for babysitter rates, in line with most major metros.
Hiring babysitters in Haddon Township, NJ typically costs about the same as the New Jersey average of $19/hour and 13% more than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Haddon Township, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Haddon Township, NJ | $19/hr | — |
| New Jersey | $19/hr | 0% |
| United States | $17/hr | -12% |
Where Haddon Township, NJ fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for babysitters near Haddon Township, NJ is Westfield at $20.87/hour; the least expensive is Elizabeth at $16.51/hour.
Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Haddon Township, NJ and how each compares to Haddon Township, NJ's average of $19.01/hour.
Most expensive cities near Haddon Township, NJ
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Haddon Township, NJ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westfield | $20.87 | +10% | |
| 2 | Morristown | $20.75 | +9% | |
| 3 | Princeton | $20.46 | +8% | |
| 4 | Hoboken | $20.11 | +6% | |
| 5 | Englewood | $19.92 | +5% | |
| 6 | West Orange | $19.37 | +2% | |
| 7 | Edgewater | $18.90 | -1% | |
| 8 | Jersey City | $18.60 | -2% | |
| 9 | Bloomfield | $18.53 | -3% | |
| 10 | Newark | $18.41 | -3% |
Least expensive cities near Haddon Township, NJ
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Haddon Township, NJ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elizabeth | $16.51 | -13% | |
| 2 | East Orange | $16.82 | -12% | |
| 3 | Trenton | $16.97 | -11% | |
| 4 | Paterson | $17.06 | -10% | |
| 5 | Edison | $17.10 | -10% | |
| 6 | Clifton | $17.19 | -10% | |
| 7 | Bayonne | $17.30 | -9% | |
| 8 | Franklin Township | $17.55 | -8% | |
| 9 | Union | $17.65 | -7% | |
| 10 | Cherry Hill | $17.67 | -7% |
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 Haddon Township, NJ
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 Haddon Township, NJ
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.
- 04
Hire your babysitter
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Available babysitters in Haddon Township, NJ
32 active listings in Haddon Township
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Nanny Nancy
Nanny Nancy
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My name is Nancy, I have raised my children alone.
I am great with children I have grandchildren that I have taken care of.
I have also taken care of special needs children during my career with VNA(Visiting Nurses)
I have experience, am willing to get CPR certified again