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How much does a babysitter cost in Marinette, WI in 2026?

In Marinette, WI, the average babysitter earns about $13.75 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $550/week or $2,383/month. Most Marinette families pay somewhere in the $7–$20/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$13.75/hr · Marinette average

These numbers come from 33 live babysitter listings in Marinette on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$550
$2,383
$28,600

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What drives the price

Most Marinette families pay somewhere in the $7–$20/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)$13.75
2 kids~$14.75
3+ kids~$15.75+

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 Marinette babysitter rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring babysitters in Marinette, WI typically costs about 9% less than the Wisconsin average of $15/hour and 18% less than the United States average of $17/hour.

Average hourly babysitters rates compared across Marinette, WI and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Marinette, WI
Marinette, WI$14/hr
Wisconsin$15/hr+10%
United States$17/hr+22%

Where Marinette, WI fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough babysitter data to compare, with rates ranging from $14.38/hour in Green Bay to $17.87/hour in Madison.

Below: how each compares to the Marinette, WI average of $13.75/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by babysitter rate

10 cities near Marinette, WI ranked by average hourly babysitter rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Marinette, WI
1Madison$17.87+30%
2Milwaukee$15.53+13%
3La Crosse$15.08+10%
4Kenosha$14.97+9%
5Appleton$14.90+8%
6Eau Claire$14.54+6%
7Racine$14.48+5%
8Oshkosh$14.40+5%
9Janesville$14.39+5%
10Green Bay$14.38+5%
Most expensive nearby: Madison ($17.87) Least expensive nearby: Green Bay ($14.38)

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 Marinette, WI

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 Marinette, WI

    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 Marinette, WI

33 active listings in Marinette

Sophia S. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Sophia

Marinette, WI
$13/hr
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Sophia! I am a recent highschool graduate as of 2024. I am currently attending Bay College for Elementary Special Education! I have a passion for helping kids learn, grow, and explore! I have prior experience working with children in a school/daycare setting and am willing to work with all ages!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lizzy Z. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Lizzy

Marinette, WI
$15/hr
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Lizzy. I am 19 years old. I have a two year-old daughter and I am looking for a job as a babysitter or a nanny. I love kids any age.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mariah H. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Mariah

Marinette, WI
$20/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Nice, Kind, clean, helpful

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lesnie L. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Lesnie

Marinette, WI
$15 - $25/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Lesnie! I’m 26 years old and passionate about working with children. I began my career in childcare as an Early Head Start teacher for the state of Wisconsin in 2023, and since then I’ve become a preschool teacher in Michigan. I truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and reach new milestones every day.

I am CPR certified and have experience working with children of all ages, learning styles, and individual needs. As a mom to 6-year-old twins with another baby on the way, I understand the importance of creating a safe, caring, and supportive environment for children. 😊

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katelyn S. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Katelyn

Marinette, WI
$14/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Looking for a nanny job, or babysitting some wonderful kids while I’m in school to be a Registered Nurse. I live in Peshtigo WI with my boyfriend and two cats!!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Samantha V. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Samantha

Marinette, WI
$14/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Samantha. I am 33 years old and am a mother to two beautiful, high spirited daughters of the ages of 15 and 9. I grew up in the area and recently moved back to the area with my family and am looking for some light work and have always loved children and watching them grow. I think children are the one true pure thing we have in this world and I absolutely love being around them and watching them blossom into their own strong beautiful little selves.

I also love animals, my family is always adopting to make our family even more full and fun, so working with animals inside the home is just another added bonus for me.

I hope when you read this little about me, you will want to reach out and we can start this beautiful journey together.

Be well ✨

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Chariti J. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Chariti

Marinette, WI
$13/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m currently looking for my first job as an nanny! I’m a new adult, looking for a good career path!
Paige R. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Paige

Marinette, WI
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 21, I have always loved kids. I was a CNA the past 2 years and will be starting school soon but schedule is still flexible.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Trinity D. - Seeking Work in Marinette

Nanny Trinity

Marinette, WI
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Currently in college for my Psychology Major and Early Childhood Development minor.

Been babysitting since I was 10, starting nannying when I was 17.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
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