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What does a nanny typically cost in the Greater Philadelphia area?

Families often think about childcare in hourly terms, but nanny care is much easier to understand as a monthly household investment.

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In today’s Greater Philadelphia market, experienced nannies with 2+ years of full-time childcare experience commonly earn $25–$30+ per hour. When that rate is applied across a typical full-time schedule, the true cost becomes much clearer.

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What that looks like monthly (20–40 hours per week)

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At $25/hour

20 hrs/week → ~$2,165 per month
40 hrs/week → ~$4,330 per month

 

At $28/hour

20 hrs/week → ~$2,425 per month
40 hrs/week → ~$4,850 per month

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At $30/hour

20 hrs/week → ~$2,600 per month
40 hrs/week → ~$5,200 per month

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These figures reflect wages only and do not include payroll taxes.

Factors that influence where your family may fall within this range

  • Number of children and their ages, as infant care typically commands higher rates

  • Total weekly hours and the consistency of the schedule

  • Location and the nanny’s commute

  • Responsibilities beyond childcare, such as driving, light household support, or errands

  • Whether the position is paid legally on payroll

  • Standard benefits provided for full-time roles, such as paid time off and guaranteed hours

What do you mean by guaranteed hours? 

​Guaranteed hours means your nanny is paid for a consistent, agreed-upon number of hours each week, even if you occasionally need less coverage. This provides income stability for the nanny and ensures reliability and long-term commitment for your family.

 

As part of my placement standards, I’m only able to support families who can offer guaranteed hours.

Our Role in the Hiring Process

Nanny Search LLC does not employ, pay, or payroll any childcare providers. Our role is to facilitate the match between families and caregivers by providing guidance on market compensation, expectations, and alignment prior to hiring.

 

Families are responsible for paying their nanny directly and making sure that tax obligations are handled in accordance with applicable laws.

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