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How much does a nanny cost in Mandeville, LA in 2026?

In Mandeville, LA, the average nanny earns about $16.70 per hour. For a typical 40-hour week, that works out to roughly $668/week or $2,895/month. Most Mandeville families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/hour range, depending on experience, the number of kids, and what's expected on the job.

Average hourly rate$16.70/hr · Mandeville average

These numbers come from 27 live nanny listings in Mandeville on Nanny Lane. We update this page whenever the data moves.

$668
$2,895
$34,736

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What drives the price

Most Mandeville families pay somewhere in the $10–$23/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)$16.70
2 kids~$17.70
3+ kids~$18.70+

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 Mandeville nanny rates compare to state and national averages?

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

Hiring nannies in Mandeville, LA typically costs about 12% more than the Louisiana average of $15/hour and 12% less than the United States average of $19/hour.

Average hourly nannies rates compared across Mandeville, LA and reference areas.
AreaAverage hourly ratevs. Mandeville, LA
Mandeville, LA$17/hr
Louisiana$15/hr-11%
United States$19/hr+14%

Where Mandeville, LA fits among nearby cities

10 nearby cities have enough nanny data to compare, with rates ranging from $13.20/hour in Shreveport to $17.84/hour in Metairie.

Below: how each compares to the Mandeville, LA average of $16.70/hour.

Nearby cities ranked by nanny rate

10 cities near Mandeville, LA ranked by average hourly nanny rate, most to least expensive.
#City$/hrvs. Mandeville, LA
1Metairie$17.84+7%
2New Orleans$17.61+5%
3Baton Rouge$15.67-6%
4Slidell$15.63-6%
5Hammond$14.37-14%
6Bossier City$14.32-14%
7Lafayette$14.06-16%
8Lake Charles$13.53-19%
9Monroe$13.33-20%
10Shreveport$13.20-21%
Most expensive nearby: Metairie ($17.84) Least expensive nearby: Shreveport ($13.20)

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 Mandeville, LA

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  1. 01

    Browse nanny profiles in Mandeville, LA

    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 Mandeville, LA

27 active listings in Mandeville

Valery M. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Valery

Mandeville, LA
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Valery, and I’m currently a BSN nursing major at Southeastern Louisiana University. I have a strong passion for working with children and truly enjoy spending time caring for them.
I have experience babysitting for three families on and off, caring for children of different ages. My responsibilities included cooking meals, helping with routines like dinner, bath time, and bedtime, as well as maintaining a safe and clean environment. I also assisted with tasks like walking pets and providing overall supervision. Through this experience, I’ve developed strong responsibility, patience, and time-management skills.
I am currently looking to connect with more families in need of dependable and caring babysitting services.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
JoCatherine S. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny JoCatherine

Mandeville, LA
$17/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been working in childcare for the last 8 years. I am cpr certified and first aid certified. I also have my cda. I have 2 children 2 and 7.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Isabella R. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Isabella

Mandeville, LA
$16/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Isabella but I go by Bella! I have experience working at a daycare as well as coaching gymnastics. I love animals I have 4 cats and a dog!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Nicole W. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Nicole

Mandeville, LA
$16/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Nicole. I’m a mother to a beautiful seven year old girl, and am a full time student online focusing on environmental science and soil science as it relates to food production, agronomy.
I am looking for a part time position that will allow me to care for my daughter before and after school as well. I can travel to Covington as long as hours work for all of us, and am open to having children in my home if need be. My hourly rate is $16 unless there are additional costs (special as l outings, or if I’m supplying meals at my home) I am flexible on hours and days, but will need a weeks notice for any special requests.
I love spending time outdoors and don’t care for setting kiddos in front of the tv for extended periods of time. I prefer to engage in board games and crafts to keep kids active in the home. Our house is full of books and creative toys, and I love working with kids to find new and exciting ways to encourage growth and learning.
Feel free to call with questions.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lindsay B. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Lindsay

Mandeville, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mom of four! My children are between the ages of 10-16, so I have experience with all ages. I also privately nannied for 5+ years, babysat for more years than I can count; I am also the oldest daughter of my family. I worked in a daycare setting for 2yrs. I truly love all children as if they were my own & treat every child exactly how I’d treat my own {or better ;)}. I was blessed to be a stay at home mom (on& off but mostly on) about 10 years. I believe in hands on interaction, learning activities for all age levels, games and free play, outside time. I currently nanny a one year old boy & we do not have tv time, but adaptable to whatever is your choice. I do use a lot of music & encourage creativity. I am very animated with my facial expressions, and they tend to catch on - it can be funny! I will do some meal prep & cleaning! I have great references! My nanny kiddo’s dad is able to be a stay at home dad, so looking forward to helping out another family SOON!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Rodnique A. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Rodnique

Mandeville, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I have 5 years paid childcare experience and I have worked with children of all ages. I’m very engaging with the children and family. I transport , light housework, and laundry etc. I’m looking for a live in position with my 11 year old daughter

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gwen C. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Gwen

Mandeville, LA
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

69 years young , 26 years childcare experience. 6week- 5 years old . Non smoker. Can provide references, clean drivers record.I’m cpr and first aid certified. I take care of your child like you would. Your child is my priority always. I’m easy to communicate with. I’ve been married 49 years and raised my own children and grandchildren.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Peyton T. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Peyton

Mandeville, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Peyton! I just finished my freshman year of college at Brigham Young University! I am majoring in Deaf Studies, and I am working on becoming a certified ASL Interpreter.

I have babysat locally in my community, neighborhood, and church organization for 7 years, and I nannied the summer before my freshman year of college. Now, I'm looking to babysit/nanny as needed before I leave on my mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in October.

In my free time I enjoy kayaking, playing the piano, and making cookies.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Beth O. - Seeking Work in Mandeville

Nanny Beth

Mandeville, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I love all children and animals! I graduated high school and was enrolled in Southeastern University! I worked at a family day care through out high school with ages 0 months - 9 years old. I use to teach toddlers and kids cheer and tumbling at Alstarz Cheer Acadamy! I’ve have lots of experience being a nanny/babysitter at homes since moving to Hammond. This work included meal prep, cleaning, traveling, and of course wonderful play dates with some lovely kiddos! Would love to get to know your family!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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