According to a report by Runzheimer International in 2005, the average babysitter in the United States earns
$6.04 per hour. In New York City, the average babysitter earns
$11.08 per hour. The rates assume that the babysitter is a teenager and is looking after just 1 child. There are a few additional factors to consider when deciding how much you need to pay the babysitter.
Pay the Babysitter More Than Average:
1. What kind of area do you live in?
If you live in a urban area expect to pay more than if you're lived in a suburban or rural area.
2. How old is the babysitter?
With age comes maturity, a greater sense of responsibility, and a better sense of what to do in emergencies. Expect to pay an extra $.50/hr for ages 16-18, $1/hr for 18-21, and $2 for 22+.
3. How much experience does the babysitter have?
Add around $.50/hr for every year of experience.
4. How many children need to be babysat?
If the babysitter needs to look after more than 1 child, add $1/hr per kid. The more kids you have, the more work it is for the babysitter and the more you should pay her.
5. Do you expect the babysitter to do chores?
If you want the babysitter to do the dishes, tidy up, or run some errands, add around $2/hr. This is usually a very cost-effective option and worth the additional expense.
6. Did the babysitter come through on short notice?
Consider paying $1/hr more.
7. Are you planning on coming home late (after 11PM)?
If so, add around $2/hr.
For a free babysitter rate calculator, visit
http://www.new-york-babysitters.com/
Runzheimer International Babysitter rate study:
http://www.runzheimer.com/Web/Publications/MR/MR-2006-04-GMS.htm
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