How much do nannies make in Chicago, IL?

The average salary for a nanny is $17.54 per hour in Chicago, IL

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On average, how much do nannies make in Chicago, IL?

On average, a nanny earns $17.54 per hour. You can expect to earn an hourly rate between $15 and $25. The salary of a nanny can depend on their location, responsibilities, qualifications, and the type of care provided.

The highest paying nearby cities for nannies

Whether you’re in Park Ridge, Highland Park, or Hinsdale, location is one of the biggest factors that can impact the salary of a nanny. The city where nannies are the highest paying in Illinois is Park Ridge, where the average hourly rate is $20.75.
  1. Park Ridge
  2. Highland Park
  3. Hinsdale
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How responsibilities and qualifications impact average hourly rate in Chicago, IL

  • +5%
    Live-in
  • +5%
    Part-time
  • +4%
    First aid
  • +2%
    Full-time
  • +1%
    Driver's license
  • +1%
    Car
The average hourly rate for live-in nanny jobs is $18.39, 5% above the average in Chicago, IL. For car nanny jobs, the average hourly rate is $17.78, 1% above the average in Chicago, IL.
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How type of care impacts average hourly rate in Chicago, IL

  • +7%
    Preschooler care
  • +7%
    Grade-schooler care
  • +5%
    Toddler care
  • +1%
    Infant care
The average hourly rate for preschooler care nanny jobs is $18.76, 7% above the average in Chicago, IL. For infant care nanny jobs, the average hourly rate is $17.79, 1% above the average in Chicago, IL.

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Available nanny jobs in Chicago, IL

The Fuqua Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Fuqua Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
1 kid

A little bit about us

A nanny to support my fiancé while I’m at work with our new born Atlas.

Starting 3/17/25

Monday/Tuesday/Friday
Wednesday/Thursday

10am-6pm

Clean dishes, fold laundry.
The Cotton Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Cotton Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
2 kids

A little bit about us

I am looking for a great babysitter for 2 children (2 girls 7 and 9) in Chicago. (Marquette park area) Would prefer someone who could help with light meal prep and homework help. We would prefer a babysitter who has their own car or lives nearby and who is comfortable with a cat.
Need Monday, Tuesday, Thursday,and Friday
6am to 8am (drop off to school)
3pm to 6pm (pick up and aftercare)
The Rupp Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Rupp Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
1 kid
Interested in nanny share

A little bit about us

Hello I am a new parent thinking of working part time, I would need coverage approximately 8-5pm or slightly altered
I would need infant care and I do have a dog that would need to be let out to use the bathroom.

This would be for August of 2025.
I am thinking 2-3 days of care needed. I am flexible on days for the most part but feel T/W/Th would be best for me.
The Fay Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Fay Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
1 kid
Interested in nanny share

A little bit about us

Hi! We are looking for a part-time nanny who can help us out with our son who is 2 months old. I work from home in Wicker Park and would like to have some extra help around the house for 3-4hrs a day. I'll need help watching the baby (feeding, changing, etc.) and I would also love someone who is willing to help with laundry and cleaning bottles. We are willing to pay up to $500 a week and the schedule is very flexible.


Hola! Buscamos una ninera a tiempo parcial que nos pueda ayudar con nuestro hijo (2 meses de edad). Trabajo desde casa en Wicker Park y me gustaria ayuda por la casa, 3-4 horas al dia. Buscamos ayuda con alimentar, cambiar, y cuidar en general al bebe. Tambien me encantaria ayuda con lavanderia. Podemos pagar $500/semana y el horario es muy flexible.
The costescu Family - Hiring in Chicago

The costescu Family

Chicago, IL
$18.50/hr
Part-time
1 kid

A little bit about us

Isabella is 8 month old. We just need some extra help to keep her busy and put her down for naps.
We don’t have a set schedule. It would be just weekdays.

Certification requirements

CPR
First Aid
The Stewart Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Stewart Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
2 kids
Interested in nanny share

A little bit about us

2 children -ages 3 and 5. They will be starting pre-K. So schedule yet to be finalized. We have 2 cats. We need someone who can drive them to pre-K and appointments. Some minor housekeeping possibly needed.
The Patel Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Patel Family

Chicago, IL
$18.42/hr
Part-time
1 kid
Interested in nanny share

A little bit about us

I am looking for a part time nanny 2 times a week. From mid November to end of January i will need a full time nanny. Starting in February I will need a part time nanny 2 times a week. Open to nanny share in south loop
The Robinson Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Robinson Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
2 kids

A little bit about us

Enjoys children genuinely. Has experience with small children. Is very patient with children and understanding that each are different.
The Woody Family - Hiring in Chicago

The Woody Family

Chicago, IL
$18/hr
Part-time
1 kid

A little bit about us

We are looking for a nanny just 1 day per week on Fridays from 8-5 at our home. There might be other one-off opportunities for other days if interested in more hours. Our son is 15 months old so needs lots of play time, is still taking 2 naps and we are wanting him to learn Spanish.

Certification requirements

CPR
First Aid
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