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How much does a babysitter cost in Brooklyn, OH in 2026?

In Brooklyn, OH, the average babysitter earns about $16.59 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $664/week or $2,876/month. Most Brooklyn families pay somewhere in the $12–$30/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$16.59/hr · Brooklyn average

These numbers come from 26 live babysitter listings in Brooklyn on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$664
$2,876
$34,507

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What drives the price

Most Brooklyn families pay somewhere in the $12–$30/hour range. Where a given family lands depends on a handful of factors. Three of them drive most of the spread.


01

Experience

Experience is one of the biggest levers on a babysitter's rate.
Nannies with 10+ years, or specialty skills like newborn care or multiple languages, typically command the highest hourly rates.

02

Number of kids

One child is the baseline. Each additional child usually adds $1–$2/hour. Twins and infants tend toward the high end.
+$1 to $2/hour per additional child
Hourly rate by number of kids
1 kid (baseline)$16.59
2 kids~$17.59
3+ kids~$18.59+

03

Hours & schedule

Standard weekday daytime hours are easiest to staff. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and last-minute coverage all push rates up.
10–20%premium for off-hours coverage
Hourly rate adjustment by 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 Brooklyn babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Brooklyn sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.

Hiring babysitters in Brooklyn, OH typically costs about 9% more than the Ohio average of $15/hour and 1% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Brooklyn, OH and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Brooklyn, OH
Brooklyn, OH$17/hr
Ohio$15/hr-8%
United States$17/hr+1%

Where Brooklyn, OH fits among nearby cities

The most expensive city for babysitters near Brooklyn, OH is Shaker Heights at $17.77/hour; the least expensive is Findlay at $13.25/hour.

Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH and how each compares to Brooklyn, OH's average of $16.59/hour.

Most expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH

Top 10 most expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH for hiring a babysitter, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Brooklyn, OH
1Shaker Heights$17.77+7%
2Dublin$16.12-3%
3Hilliard$15.84-5%
4Columbus$15.51-7%
5Cincinnati$15.50-7%
6West Chester Township$15.32-8%
7Perrysburg$15.29-8%
8Westerville$15.24-8%
9Cleveland$15.00-10%
10Delaware$14.97-10%

Least expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH

Top 10 least expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH for hiring a babysitter, ranked by average hourly rate.
#City$/hrvs. Brooklyn, OH
1Findlay$13.25-20%
2Youngstown$13.58-18%
3Akron$13.88-16%
4Toledo$13.89-16%
5Parma$13.90-16%
6Canton$14.50-13%
7Dayton$14.69-11%
8Medina$14.85-10%
9Mason$14.88-10%
10Grove City$14.92-10%

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.

How to reduce nanny costs?

Split the cost of a nanny with another family
and enjoy flexible child care.
Learn more about nanny sharing

How families use Nanny Lane to find a babysitter in Brooklyn, OH

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with babysitters — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

  1. 01

    Browse babysitter profiles in Brooklyn, OH

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the babysitters whose experience and rate match what you're looking for.

  3. 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.

  4. 04

    Hire your babysitter

    If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

Available babysitters in Brooklyn, OH

26 active listings in Brooklyn

DeAngela T. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny DeAngela

Brooklyn, OH
$16/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I'm DeAngela, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids.They are such a delight to be around and are brimming with incredible enthusiasm. I love kids because they teach you a lot, including how to appreciate the small things in life. I've spent the last two years working with kids, and I aim to continue

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Aijahlay P. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Aijahlay

Brooklyn, OH
$17/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Aijahlay, I previously left my job as a daycare teacher at Busybee Playhouse. I had been working there over for a year and it was never been a dull moment with them, working there gave me the confidence I needed to start my own babysitting company! I’ve had experience with all the different age groups, and during my time there I babysat during my free time and worked five live-in nanny jobs as well.
I have always had a huge passion for kids, ever since I was a little girl. I was always trying to take care of the younger kids, being all motherly. When I was old enough to work I was a youth leader and a dance teacher. I loved it! One of the best starter jobs. In 2020 I started working at Children's of Grace Learning Center until 2021 when I moved to Texas. I worked for Seeking Sitters while traveling with my husband for his work, I babysat seven families throughout the surrounding area, as well as church ministries.
Kids are God's Gift.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Aijahlay was nothing but amazing. She helped me during my first year of motherhood. Shes loving, caring and very patient with any child that crosses her path. She’s an excellent educator and very attentive. She’s very helpful she was always looking for new ways to help me and constantly keeping me updated during the day! My kiddo absolutely still loves Aijahlay till this day and I think any newcomers will appreciate her services as much as I did"
- Tejona Jackson
Marissa A. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Marissa

Brooklyn, OH
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Just graduated from Brooklyn high school I do volunteer work with my church I was a helper for kids club to help with the kids
I am very passionate and a hard worker

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Jennifer Y. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Jennifer

Brooklyn, OH
$15/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Jenn! I started nannying in 2014 because I volunteer with kids through my church. Before that I was a nursing assistant for 10 years. Love kids and seeing all the stages they go through. I am creative, trustworthy, loving, organized and reliable. Ready to help with anything! Hope to find a great fit! :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Arika G. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Arika

Brooklyn, OH
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

hi! i'm arika, i am 17, turning 18 in may, i am a senior in high school, i graduate in june, i plan on starting to be a nanny again! i go to early medical school, 2 year program, graduate from that this year as well. i am CPR certified! i do not drive just yet but i do have a realiable driver to take me there and back. after i graduate i am going to college to be a vet tech. i love kids and i can't wait to start :)

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tamirra F. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Tamirra

Brooklyn, OH
$16/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Ms Tamirra been taking care of kids an people my whole life I’m a giver an also caring I also been a driver for 10+years with school bus, buses, Looking for a part time job,

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kai G. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Kai

Brooklyn, OH
$15.49/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Kai, I prefer kids more then adults, kids are easy to work with,
I like drawing, cooking and cleaning etc.
I’m currently 17 years Old, and Would be happy to help Anyone in need, only problem I have is I don’t have bus passes or a car yet, if we could work something out that would be great and really help me aswell.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Bethany T. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Bethany

Brooklyn, OH
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Nikkie A. - Seeking Work in Brooklyn

Nanny Nikkie

Brooklyn, OH
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm nikkie I'm 20 and I have babysat my whole life, I'm really down to earth and have always loved watching my siblings and their friends, I'm easy to talk to and you could ask me of anything and I'll be here hopefully I'll have the pleasure of meeting you

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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