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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.
These numbers come from 26 live babysitter listings in Brooklyn on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $664
- Monthly
- $2,876
- Annual
- $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.
Experience
Number of kids
| 1 kid (baseline) | $16.59 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$17.59 |
| 3+ kids | ~$18.59+ |
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 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.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. 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
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brooklyn, OH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shaker Heights | $17.77 | +7% | |
| 2 | Dublin | $16.12 | -3% | |
| 3 | Hilliard | $15.84 | -5% | |
| 4 | Columbus | $15.51 | -7% | |
| 5 | Cincinnati | $15.50 | -7% | |
| 6 | West Chester Township | $15.32 | -8% | |
| 7 | Perrysburg | $15.29 | -8% | |
| 8 | Westerville | $15.24 | -8% | |
| 9 | Cleveland | $15.00 | -10% | |
| 10 | Delaware | $14.97 | -10% |
Least expensive cities near Brooklyn, OH
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Brooklyn, OH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Findlay | $13.25 | -20% | |
| 2 | Youngstown | $13.58 | -18% | |
| 3 | Akron | $13.88 | -16% | |
| 4 | Toledo | $13.89 | -16% | |
| 5 | Parma | $13.90 | -16% | |
| 6 | Canton | $14.50 | -13% | |
| 7 | Dayton | $14.69 | -11% | |
| 8 | Medina | $14.85 | -10% | |
| 9 | Mason | $14.88 | -10% | |
| 10 | Grove 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.
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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:
- 01
Browse babysitter profiles in Brooklyn, OH
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
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
Nanny DeAngela
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Nanny Aijahlay
Nanny Aijahlay
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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.
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Nanny Marissa
Nanny Marissa
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I am very passionate and a hard worker
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Nanny Jennifer
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Nanny Arika
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Nanny Tamirra
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Nanny Kai
Nanny Kai
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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.