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How much does a babysitter cost in Midvale, UT in 2026?

In Midvale, UT, the average babysitter earns about $19.19 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $768/week or $3,326/month. Most Midvale families pay somewhere in the $12–$25/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$19.19/hr · Midvale average

These numbers come from 25 live babysitter listings in Midvale on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$768
$3,326
$39,915

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What drives the price

Most Midvale families pay somewhere in the $12–$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)$19.19
2 kids~$20.19
3+ kids~$21.19+

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 Midvale babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

Midvale sits close to the national average for babysitter rates.

Hiring babysitters in Midvale, UT typically costs about 11% more than the Utah average of $17/hour and 1% more than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Midvale, UT and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Midvale, UT
Midvale, UT$19/hr
Utah$17/hr-10%
United States$19/hr-1%

Where Midvale, UT fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $15.16/hour in Logan to $19.48/hour in Sandy.

Below: how each compares to the Midvale, UT average of $19.19/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Midvale, UT ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Midvale, UT
1Sandy$19.48+2%
2Salt Lake City$18.84-2%
3Riverton$17.92-7%
4Vineyard$17.85-7%
5Lehi$17.76-7%
6Orem$17.21-10%
7Provo$17.07-11%
8Layton$16.77-13%
9St. George$16.22-15%
10Logan$15.16-21%
Most expensive nearby: Sandy ($19.48) Least expensive nearby: Logan ($15.16)

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 Midvale, UT

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 Midvale, UT

    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 Midvale, UT

25 active listings in Midvale

Eliza W. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Eliza

Midvale, UT
$18 - $30/hr
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Eliza! I have 10+ years of nannying experience, have EMT certification, and love cleaning/organizing! Let me know if you have any questions :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
December G. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny December

Midvale, UT
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is December, I’m a 17 year old early graduate with a certificate in early childhood education and 2 years of in school training on everything childcare. I have also been a second parent to my best friends child and have hands on experience with infants. I love any and every kind of family as I come from a very large blended household. Messes don’t scare me and I am quick on my feet to solve problems, fix boo-boos and most of all love.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Danyelle S. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Danyelle

Midvale, UT
$18/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Dany! I’m 17 and I’ve been trying to find the right job for me I love working and playing with my younger cousins and siblings so I figured childcare would be a good option for me. I have 15 younger cousins/siblings ages 1m-16y so I have lots of experience in caring for kids and knowing how to help I can start after July 1st and I have a very flexible schedule. I am going to get my eyebrow pierced I feel it’s important to say because I know people have opinions on that stuff but I hope it won’t cause any issues!
Audrey M. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Audrey

Midvale, UT
$18/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Audrey Martin, I am 17 years old and love all kids! I enjoy to be outside as well as stay in and play games!
Myah G. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Myah

Midvale, UT
$15.75/hr
Full-time
Occasional
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 20 years old and a paraeducator for canyons school district. I graduated from Hillcrest high school. I have one little sister with special needs that I have done caregiving for since I was 8 years old. I love kids, and have always loved working with them! I am safety care certified. I love to cook, sing, write music, play the guitar, read, and workout during my free time!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kara H. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Kara

Midvale, UT
$14 - $20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! my name is Kara and i’m from texas! I have experience nannying a kid with autism for a year before i moved here to utah, and experience taking care of my niece and nephew ages 2-4 since they were born. I love kids and do have my own vehicle to be able to take the little ones or teenagers to park/stores/ or any activity you’re okay with me taking them to! I have a dog who loves kids as well and if you’re comfortable, i’d be able to have the kids meet her:) I love cooking and baking and can promise the kids will be well fed and even be able to learn more safety precautions in kitchen and how to cook alongside with me. I love combat sports and overall i have played every sport, and if you’re interested in putting your kids into that in the future i’d love to give them knowledge and help them learn the basics

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Ava D. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Ava

Midvale, UT
$20 - $25/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Ava, and I am looking for part-time babysitting opportunities. I am currently a college student working toward my associate's degree. I have a lot of experience being around and caring for kids, and I love creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I am responsible, patient, and reliable, and I enjoy helping with everything from daily routines to homework and playtime!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Savanna B. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Savanna

Midvale, UT
$20 - $25/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been a nanny for around 3 years, and have been babysitting for years before that. I work with all age groups and am very helpful with housekeeping, meal prepping, getting kids to and from places, organizing, and more.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Melissa C. - Seeking Work in Midvale

Nanny Melissa

Midvale, UT
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Working in child care I’ve worked with all ages from newborn to school age. My favorite part about working in childcare is watching every child hit their milestones. As well as building bonds with every child and parents. It’s important to me to build these bonds with the parents so I can better assist their child in their developments.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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