How Much Does A Babysitter Cost In New Jersey In 2026?

What's the going rate for a babysitter in New Jersey?

My kids are a little older now, so it's been a while since I've had to worry about finding a babysitter and figuring out how much to pay them.

I'm sure it's a lot more money than it was even just a few years ago, but how much?

I remember when I was a teenager getting about 10 bucks to babysit, and that wasn't hourly, that was for the night, plus a pizza for dinner, which was always the best part!

How Much Are Parents Paying For Babysitters In 2026

For 15 years now, UrbanSitter has been analyzing child care cost trends and babysitting rates, and they've just released their newest findings.

Several factors go into determining the total cost, including age, experience, location, responsibilities, and the number of children. Where are babysitting rates the highest?

Get our free mobile app

Although everything seems more expensive here in the Garden State, babysitting rates are actually the highest in San Francisco, Seattle, and Honolulu.

The lowest-cost cities include San Antonio, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Columbus.

Read More: Extra Income Becomes A Reality For More New Jersey Residents

The new survey shows that babysitters in the United States earn between $19 and $29 per hour in 2026, with a flat day rate of $115.

What's The Average Cost Of Babysitting In New Jersey?

If you live in North Jersey, the average cost is $25.38 (one child) and $26.52 (two children).

In surrounding areas, including New York City, the average cost is $26.03 (one child) and $28.77 (two children). In Philadelphia, it's $20.10 (one child), $21.00 (two children).

Just leaving the house for date night is expensive for parents, plus when you factor in dinner, it really adds up!

You can click here to see how babysitting rates have changed throughout the years.