How much does a babysitter cost in Amherst, NY?

The average hourly rate of a babysitter in Amherst, NY is $19.19 per hour. The average gross weekly salary of a babysitter in Amherst, NY is $671.65 ($19.19 per hour × 35 hours).

How much to pay a babysitter near you?

What's the average cost of a babysitter in Amherst, NY?

The average cost of a babysitter is $19.19 per hour. You can expect to pay a hourly rate between $15.50 and $25. 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 Scarsdale, New York, or White Plains, 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 New York is Scarsdale, where the average hourly rate is $22.35.
  1. Scarsdale
  2. New York
  3. White Plains
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Amherst, NY

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    Car
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    Driver's license
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    First aid
The average hourly rate for part-time babysitters is $20.41, 6% above the average in Amherst, NY. For first aid babysitters, the average hourly rate is $20.04, 4% above the average in Amherst, NY.
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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Amherst, NY

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    Infant care
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    Grade-schooler care
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    Preschooler care
The average hourly rate for infant care babysitters is $20.24, 5% above the average in Amherst, NY. For preschooler care babysitters, the average hourly rate is $19.81, 3% above the average in Amherst, NY.

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Available babysitters in Amherst, NY

Gianna B. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Gianna

Amherst, NY
$20/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Gianna, I’m 20 years old and I’m 6’ tall! I have always loved helping younger kids and watching them. I’ve grown up always being the one called to babysit my parents friends kids and their friends as well. I’ve worked multiple different church events and summer camps as well!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emaan S. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Emaan

Amherst, NY
$19/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a Junior at the University at Buffalo studying Biomedical Sciences on a Pre-Dental Track! I’m also a pediatric dental assistant and volunteer at an after school program. I love to read and do crafts!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kelsey F. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Kelsey

Amherst, NY
$20/hr
Occasional
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been babysitting for almost seven years now and have experience with all different age groups.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cleopatra H. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Cleopatra

Amherst, NY
$18/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is cleopatra! I'm doing this job for experience for future jobs. I have a very flexible schedule, and I have a lot of patience with kids! my preferable child age is from 5-13 to take care of, but anything under or over that is okay too!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Abrielle D. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Abrielle

Amherst, NY
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Abby, I have 4 years of experience (and NYS training!) working in a daycare with 0-5 year olds. Along with 5 years previous babysitting experience of 0-12 year olds!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Lisa A. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Lisa

Amherst, NY
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

hi! i'm lisa, i'm 20 [with a car and a valid drivers license] and I am a graduate from Sachem High School. i am currently attending SUNY University at Buffalo as a junior. i've worked 4 seasonal jobs since June 2022, and i'm just looking for something lax and enjoyable to help save up throughout the school year. i can be very flexible with weekends and date nights as well!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Cheyenne G. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Cheyenne

Amherst, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Cheyenne and im 21 years old I have worked at a preschool and also been a nanny and babysitter since 14 years old

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Sam S. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Sam

Amherst, NY
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Samantha and I’m 22 years old.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Zainab S. - Seeking Work in Amherst

Nanny Zainab

Amherst, NY
$20/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Zainab and I am a 15 year old girl! I am muslim, so I wear a scarf and wouldn’t babysit a house where a man would be and just woman. I also wear a hijab! I am sweet and caring, and a kind person!
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