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How much does a child care provider cost in Beaufort, SC in 2026?
In Beaufort, SC, the average child care provider earns about $15.24 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $610/week or $2,642/month. Most Beaufort families pay somewhere in the $7–$22/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.
These numbers come from 92 live child care provider listings in Beaufort on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.
- Weekly
(40 hrs) - $610
- Monthly
- $2,642
- Annual
- $31,699
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What drives the price
Most Beaufort families pay somewhere in the $7–$22/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) | $15.24 |
|---|---|
| 2 kids | ~$16.24 |
| 3+ kids | ~$17.24+ |
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.
Full-time, part-time, and live-in child care provider rates
| Arrangement | Typical hours | Average rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 35–50 hrs/week | $16.32/hr | |
| Part-time | 10–25 hrs/week | $15.33/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.
How do Beaufort child care provider rates compare to state and national averages?
Beaufort runs below the U.S. average for child care provider rates — a meaningful budget advantage for families looking here.
Hiring child care in Beaufort, SC typically costs about the same as the South Carolina average of $15/hour and 9% less than the United States average of $17/hour.
| Area | Average hourly rate | vs. Beaufort, SC |
|---|---|---|
| Beaufort, SC | $15/hr | — |
| South Carolina | $15/hr | 0% |
| United States | $17/hr | +10% |
Where Beaufort, SC fits among nearby cities
The most expensive city for child care near Beaufort, SC is Mount Pleasant at $17.69/hour; the least expensive is Aiken at $12.86/hour.
Below are the 10 most and 10 least expensive cities near Beaufort, SC and how each compares to Beaufort, SC's average of $15.24/hour.
Most expensive cities near Beaufort, SC
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Beaufort, SC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Pleasant | $17.69 | +16% | |
| 2 | Charleston | $17.25 | +13% | |
| 3 | Johns Island | $16.45 | +8% | |
| 4 | Simpsonville | $16.39 | +8% | |
| 5 | Indian Land | $16.27 | +7% | |
| 6 | Fort Mill | $16.09 | +6% | |
| 7 | Bluffton | $15.81 | +4% | |
| 8 | Greenville | $15.25 | — | |
| 9 | Myrtle Beach | $14.97 | -2% | |
| 10 | North Charleston | $14.76 | -3% |
Least expensive cities near Beaufort, SC
| # | City | $/hr | vs. Beaufort, SC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aiken | $12.86 | -16% | |
| 2 | Florence | $12.93 | -15% | |
| 3 | Lexington | $13.16 | -14% | |
| 4 | Ladson | $13.25 | -13% | |
| 5 | Rock Hill | $13.78 | -10% | |
| 6 | BeaufortThis city | $13.89 | -9% | |
| 7 | Columbia | $13.91 | -9% | |
| 8 | Anderson | $14.01 | -8% | |
| 9 | Spartanburg | $14.31 | -6% | |
| 10 | Greer | $14.64 | -4% |
Tips to find a great child care provider without overpaying
- Be flexible on experience. Some of the best child care on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced child care 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 child care 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 child care provider in Beaufort, SC
Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with child care — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:
- 01
Browse child care provider profiles in Beaufort, SC
Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.
- 02
Message the ones who look like a fit
Reach out to the child care 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 child care provider fits with your family in real time.
- 04
Hire your child care provider
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Available child care in Beaufort, SC
92 active listings in Beaufort
