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Babysitter Rate Calculator
Enter the details below for a fair-rate estimate based on 2026 US averages. It's a starting point — local norms, special needs, holidays, and extra duties can push the number up.
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Estimates use 2026 US averages (~$18/hr for one child in an average-cost area), +$2.50/hr per additional child, adjusted for experience. A guide, not a rule — pay what's fair locally.
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