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How much does a babysitter cost in Moncks Corner, SC in 2026?

In Moncks Corner, SC, the average babysitter earns about $16.60 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $664/week or $2,877/month. Most Moncks Corner families pay somewhere in the $7–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$16.60/hr · Moncks Corner average

These numbers come from 62 live babysitter listings in Moncks Corner on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$664
$2,877
$34,528

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What drives the price

Most Moncks Corner families pay somewhere in the $7–$25/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)$16.60
2 kids~$17.60
3+ kids~$18.60+

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.

Full-time, part-time, and live-in babysitter rates

ArrangementTypical hoursAverage rate
Full-time35–50 hrs/week$16.95/hr
Part-time10–25 hrs/week$16.33/hr

Part-time runs slightly lower per hour than full-time here, which often means strong full-time demand supports higher rates for committed schedules.

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How do Moncks Corner babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Moncks Corner runs below the U.S. average for babysitter rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.

Hiring babysitters in Moncks Corner, SC typically costs about the same as the South Carolina average of $17/hour and 12% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Moncks Corner, SC and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Moncks Corner, SC
Moncks Corner, SC$17/hr
South Carolina$17/hr+0%
United States$19/hr+13%

Where Moncks Corner, SC fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.85/hour in Florence to $21.18/hour in Charleston.

Below: how each compares to the Moncks Corner, SC average of $16.60/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Moncks Corner, SC ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Moncks Corner, SC
1Charleston$21.18+28%
2Summerville$17.96+8%
3Greenville$17.88+8%
4Myrtle Beach$16.92+2%
5Rock Hill$16.90+2%
6Columbia$16.05-3%
7Conway$15.78-5%
8Spartanburg$15.20-8%
9Lexington$15.19-8%
10Florence$14.85-11%
Most expensive nearby: Charleston ($21.18) Least expensive nearby: Florence ($14.85)

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 Moncks Corner, SC

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 Moncks Corner, SC

    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 Moncks Corner, SC

62 active listings in Moncks Corner

Denay R. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Denay

Moncks Corner, SC
$15.60/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Nay! I am 17 years old and a college student. I am very caring, respectful, observant and considerate.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Shamara I. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Shamara

Moncks Corner, SC
$15.50/hr
Full-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

With four years of daycare experience, I’m passionate about childcare and eager to grow beyond traditional settings. I’m loving, patient, creative, and dedicated to providing safe, attentive, and enriching care for children.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gracie P. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Gracie

Moncks Corner, SC
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Gracie, a mom to an almost 3 month old little boy! Before I gave birth, I worked at a doctors office, but after I could not commit to leaving my boy full time. I have years of experience working in a licensed daycare facility, a private school and have babysat multiple children ranging in age from 1-10!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Solonia S. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Solonia

Moncks Corner, SC
$15/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have been taking care of children for 3 years, both volunteering at my church and at my present job working in Freedom Kids. I love working with kids and taking care of them shaping their emotional and cognitive development.When am not taking care of children, I love to draw and bake. Currently 17.

Have experience working with

Infants
Ellarie S. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Ellarie

Moncks Corner, SC
$15/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Ellarie Smith. I am 17 and graduated a year early from Summerville HS. I am a younger mom and have a 1 year old daughter. I recently moved to MC and I am looking for a fun engaging job. I have been babysitting since the age of 11, I love being the fun spark kids need in their day. I love to do art and crafts, have plenty of outside time, and cooking/baking.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Milly G. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Milly

Moncks Corner, SC
$15 - $16/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Milly, I am 15 years old, I love to work with children, I worked at a summer camp over the summer with children from the ages of 4-13, and I am looking for a summer job!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
KaMaria B. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny KaMaria

Moncks Corner, SC
$15.25/hr
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m very intelligent, sweet and caring when it comes down to the kids/ everyone in general. I love being a person where people can call on for help. Growing up being an older sister/ older cousin with little cousins / siblings around always gave me a light to lookout for kids. I volunteer at this day care two weeks out of every month just to see the kids and help out!! I’m very hands on, I love cleaning & meal prepping. I also love helping kids with their homework and just having one on one time with the child, so they can feel heard. That’s a little about me!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Heaven N. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Heaven

Moncks Corner, SC
$15/hr
Full-time
Occasional
2 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Alice G. - Seeking Work in Moncks Corner

Nanny Alice

Moncks Corner, SC
$15/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hey, my name is Alice Gerke. I love working with kids and babysitting is always somthing I’ve wanted to do growing up. I’m 13 and I am the oldest of 5. I’ve worked in special needs classrooms and I’m used to babysitting my siblings. I know how to cook proper meals and love cleaning up. I have done Girl Scouts and I am CPR certified and come from a family of medics. I believe I would be a great babysitter and an even better person that your kids would enjoy spending time with.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
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