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How much does a nanny cost in Georgetown, KY in 2026?

In Georgetown, KY, the average nanny earns about $14.81 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $592/week or $2,567/month. Most Georgetown families pay somewhere in the $10–$21/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$14.81/hr · Georgetown average

These numbers come from 28 live nanny listings in Georgetown on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$592
$2,567
$30,805

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What drives the price

Most Georgetown families pay somewhere in the $10–$21/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 nanny'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)$14.81
2 kids~$15.81
3+ kids~$16.81+

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 Georgetown nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Georgetown, KY typically costs about 11% less than the Kentucky average of $17/hour and 24% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Georgetown, KY and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Georgetown, KY
Georgetown, KY$15/hr—
Kentucky$17/hr+12%
United States$19/hr+31%

Where Georgetown, KY fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $13.08/hour in Somerset to $18.08/hour in Louisville.

Below: how each compares to the Georgetown, KY average of $14.81/hour — Georgetown, KY is highlighted at its true rank.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Georgetown, KY ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Georgetown, KY
1Louisville$18.08+22%
2Lexington$17.50+18%
3Florence$16.38+11%
4Richmond$15.88+7%
5Bowling Green$15.87+7%
6Paducah$15.42+4%
7Elizabethtown$14.86—
Georgetown$14.81—
9Owensboro$14.05-5%
10Somerset$13.08-12%
● Most expensive nearby: Louisville ($18.08)● Least expensive nearby: Somerset ($13.08)

Tips to find a great nanny without overpaying

  • Be flexible on experience. Some of the best nannies on the platform have 3–5 years on the job and charge meaningfully less than experienced nannies 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 nannies 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 nanny in Georgetown, KY

Nanny Lane is a marketplace built specifically for connecting families with nannies — no recruiters in the middle. Most families work through it like this:

  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Georgetown, KY

    Filter by hourly rate, experience, languages, and availability.

  2. 02

    Message the ones who look like a fit

    Reach out to the nannies 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 nanny fits with your family in real time.

  4. 04

    Hire your nanny

    If you'd rather not handle taxes and payroll yourself, our payroll team can take care of it.

Available nannies in Georgetown, KY

28 active listings in Georgetown

Madison C. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Madison

Georgetown, KY
$18 - $24/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Madison, and I am a dedicated and passionate childcare professional with 10 years of experience working in daycare settings. I have always had a genuine love for working with children and enjoy creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where kids can learn, grow, and feel comfortable being themselves.

I completed one year of college coursework in Early Childhood Education, which helped strengthen my knowledge of child development and age-appropriate learning. I am also CPR certified. comfortable with all ages!

As a mother of two sons myself, I understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust and feel comfortable leaving their children with. I am patient, dependable, caring, and committed to treating every child with the same love, respect, and attention I would want for my own children.

I would love the opportunity to bring my experience, compassion, and love for children into a nanny position and become someone your family can rely on.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kyra F. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Kyra

Georgetown, KY
$14.45 - $20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 16 years old. Working I getting my
License. I am CPR and first aid trained from a school medical based training opportunity that I have done. I’m currently working on doing dual credit and so that means I am not currently at a high school during the day and my summer schedule is completely open. I don’t do afterschool activities anymore. I have a lot of available free time. I find it really important to focus on children and I love little kids I love hanging out with them playing with them. They are such a joy to work with and I would love to like babysit/nanny. I am currently working to get my vet degree and I’m also really good if you have pets.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Brittany A. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Brittany

Georgetown, KY
$24 - $27/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I bring a nurturing & dependable presence to every family I work with. I have experience caring for children ages 4 months-11 years and have also worked as an overnight nanny. I am comfortable providing sick care & am willing to learn/adapt to meet your child’s specific needs.
I’m happy to assist with cooking, cleaning, running errands, & other household tasks as needed. I have a reliable vehicle, comfortable around animals, & pride myself on being flexible & accommodating to each family’s unique schedule. While I am not currently CPR/First Aid certified, I am fully willing to re-obtain certification.
I am seeking a long-term position (ideally 1 year+) & am willing to commute. I would love the opportunity to speak with you about how I can support & care for your little one(s).
I give my all, & more, to the families I nanny for. I view the families I work for as my own & will care for your child(ren) as if they were my own as well.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sophi Z. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Sophi

Georgetown, KY
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm a Utah native but just recently moved to Kentucky! I love children and the happiness they bring to this world.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Destiny W. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Destiny

Georgetown, KY
$14/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is destiny I’m 22 years old I love working with kids I worked at a daycare for two years after graduating high school I have worked with all ages and I would love to work for your family

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jody S. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Jody

Georgetown, KY
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I love the babies,! I have raised 5 girls, and helped raise a Girl and 2 lil boys. I feel like they wasn't asked to be here so if I'm watching them it's my job to protect them while entertaining them.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"She's wonderful caregiver great with kids"
- Tiffany
Selena L. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Selena

Georgetown, KY
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Selena Marie but I go by Ree. I’ve been in Childcare for seven years now and I love working with kids of all ages I’m a greats cook and am happy to help out with the house work I’m also pet friendly and willing to help out with basic pet care (feeding and walking)

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Hannah B. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Hannah

Georgetown, KY
$15/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 21 years old, i have a 1 year old daughter. I’m looking to get into a full time or part time role. I have tons of references and tons of experience.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Virginia S. - Seeking Work in Georgetown

Nanny Virginia

Georgetown, KY
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a mom of two boys 18 and 20. I was a professional nanny in my 20's just looking to help out a family.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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