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Not sure how much to pay your nanny? Nanny pay rates used to be pretty static. But with COVID-19, inflation, high demand and a nationwide shortage of nannies, pay rates have dramatically increased across the United States over the past year.

Below, we walk you through how to determine an accurate nanny pay rate, and don’t forget to check out our Pay Rate Worksheet!

You can use the worksheet to determine a pay rate range for your specific childcare situation no matter where you live in the United States. And it’s 100% FREE to use!

We hope you find this guide useful, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any advice about your specific situation!

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Considering hiring a live in nanny? Or perhaps you are a nanny who is thinking of offering live in childcare?

One of the most common questions we receive from parents about live in nanny care is:

“If I have a live in nanny, that means I can pay them a lower hourly rate, right?”

What do you think? Is this true or false?

Below, we break down the pros and cons of live in nanny care – from both the parent’s and the nanny’s perspective – so you can decide whether a live in position is right for you before you commit.

Pro Tip: In our experience, the most important issue to keep in mind when considering live in nanny care is everyone’s privacy.

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