Cost of live in nanny: How much does a live-in nanny cost?

How much does a live-in nanny cost?

When it comes to hiring a live-in nanny, there are a number of things to consider. First and foremost, you need to decide if having a live-in nanny is right for your family. After that (and after finding the right person), you need to determine an acceptable live-in nanny salary. But spoiler alert: The latter decision shouldn’t be all that difficult, as the cost of a live-in nanny doesn’t differ much from the cost of a live-out nanny.

“Whatever the market rate is for live-out nannies in your area, you can expect to pay the same, or a few dollars more per hour, for a live-in nanny,” says Michelle LaRowe Conover, lead educator at Global Nanny Training. “And like live-out nannies, live-in nannies must be paid an hourly rate at or above minimum wage, though most nannies expect far more.” 

“Whatever the market rate is for live-out nannies in your area, you can expect to pay the same, or a few dollars more per hour, for a live-in nanny. ”

— MICHELLE LAROWE CONOVER, LEAD EDUCATOR, GLOBAL NANNY TRAINING

From taxes to overtime, here’s everything you need to know about live-in nanny costs.

How much should you pay a live-in nanny?

The cost of a live-in nanny is on par with the cost of a live-out nanny — or, as LaRowe Conover says, a few dollars more per hour. While a number of factors will influence a live-in or live-out nanny’s rate (more on this shortly), Olivia Fountain, operations manager at the domestic staffing agency, Household Staffing, notes that the live-in nannies who are placed through their company generally make between $25-$30 an hour, with their working hours generally being from around 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The company places nannies nationally, but it’s worth noting they generally work with higher-income families.

To get a better idea of what a nanny will cost in your area, use our babysitting rates calculator. As a quick example, a nanny in Brooklyn, New York currently will earn about $20 an hour, while a nanny in San Antonio, Texas will earn about $14. 75.

Here are some basic examples of typical live-in nanny rates based on location, according to recent Care.com data.

Current live-in nanny rates for top cities*

CITY	HOURLY NANNY RATE
Seattle, Washington	$21.50/hr
Brooklyn, New York	$20.00/hr
Washington, DC	$19.25/hr
San Diego, California	$19.00/hr
Portland, Oregon	$18.50/hr
Denver, Colorado	$18.00/hr
Atlanta, Georgia	$18.00/hr
Chicago, Illinois	$17.25/hr
Phoenix, Arizona	$17.00/hr
Minneapolis, Minnesota	$16.75/hr
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$17.00/hr
Charlotte, North Carolina	$16.50/hr
Orlando, Florida	$15.50/hr
San Antonio, Texas	$14. 75/hr

* Rate information as of 8/12/2022

Other factors that can influence a nanny’s rate (live-in or live-out) are:

• Years of experience.
• Number of kids.
• Ages of kids.
• Expected duties. 

How does the cost of a live-in nanny compare to a live-out nanny?

A live-in nanny salary may be on par with a live-out’s, but there are a few differences to keep in mind. For one, in addition to their salary, you’re including “room and board” (which means you need a clean, safe, suitable place for them to live). While, technically, you can deduct a small amount for this, LaRowe notes that “most nannies will not look favorably on essentially paying a family for employment” — and in some places and instances, it’s illegal.  

In Massachusetts, for example, employers are not allowed to deduct room and board from a household employee if the job requires them to live in your home. If the nanny wants to live in your home, but is not required, you can deduct $35 a week.  

“Many people are under the impression that live-in nannies earn less than their live-out counterparts — this simply is not true,” explains LaRowe Conover. “Live-in nannies are typically paid a premium because of the flexibility and reliability they bring to the table. While it is often assumed that by deducting room and board, parents can save by hiring a live-in nanny, in practice, that just isn’t the case.”

“Many people are under the impression that live-in nannies earn less than their live-out counterparts — this simply is not true. Live-in nannies are typically paid a premium because of the flexibility and reliability they bring to the table.”

— MICHELLE LAROWE CONOVER, LEAD EDUCATOR, GLOBAL NANNY TRAINING

Each situation is different, but other expenses that may accompany a live-in nanny are:

• Food.
• Cell phone.
• Higher utility bills.
• Car.
• Worker’s compensation insurance coverage. 

Are live-in nannies paid overtime?

Live-in nannies must be paid for every hour worked — “including times they are not allowed to leave the home or are on call,” according to LaRowe Conover — but in most states, due to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), live-in nannies are not entitled to overtime pay.

“However,” LaRowe Conover adds, “in some states, live-in nannies are entitled to overtime if they exceed a set number of hours per day or week.” 

For instance, in Hawaii and Maryland, live-in employees are to be paid overtime for anything over 40 hours a week, whereas in New York, live-in nannies are to be paid overtime if they work over 44 hours in a week. 

Other states have their own live-in nanny overtime rules, as well. To find the most up-to-date information, check out our list of nanny tax and payroll requirements by state. 

What are live-in nanny work hours?

Live-in nanny hours are generally the same as live-out nanny hours. While a live-in nanny undoubtedly offers more convenience than a live-out, they’re not “on 24 hours a day,” notes Fountain. Each family and live-in nanny need to decide what works best for them and put it in their nanny contract. 

Fountain also notes that, generally, live-in nannies don’t get up with babies during the night, as their tasks are more aligned with a live-out nanny than a night nanny.  

Do you pay live-in nanny taxes?

Yes! Families are required to withhold taxes from household employees that earn over $2,400 in a year, in addition to paying household employment taxes of their own. If taking care of taxes and payroll feels like a daunting task to you, consider having Care.com HomePay take care of everything for you. 

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What families should budget for and how to manage hours and overtime for a live-in nanny

Some families believe hiring a live-in nanny is out of their budget because having someone live in their home is assumed to be more expensive than hiring a live-out nanny. However, depending on your needs, this may not actually be the case. In fact, if your family is struggling with finding a nanny that has a flexible schedule, you might find hiring a live-in nanny is just as manageable financially. In this article, we’ll cover:

• What you should pay a live-in nanny
• How to manage your nanny’s hours
• Overtime for live-in nannies
• Unique expenses for live-in nannies
• Managing taxes for a live-in nanny
   

“Every child care situation is unique and families with busy schedules may need a nanny to work irregular hours that are more efficiently handled through a live-in relationship,” says Desiree Leung, Head of Operations of Care.com HomePay. “And that scenario can work out really well for a nanny who wants to save money on rent or is at the end of their current apartment or home rental lease.”

What should I pay a live-in nanny?

Because your nanny will live in your home, it’s common to pay slightly less per hour than a live-out nanny as a way to account for the cost of room and board. Just remember that you shouldn’t be paying an hourly rate below your state’s minimum wage, so check your state’s laws before you make a final decision.  

Care.com’s nanny pay calculator is a good resource to find pay rates in your area and then you can adjust by a dollar or two per hour if necessary. Keep in mind, the pay rate for your nanny can differ based on several factors. Things like experience, education and holding certain certifications can dictate a higher or lower hourly rate.

How should I manage my live-in nanny’s hours?

Families sometimes think having a live-in nanny means their nanny is on call for all hours of the day. But keep in mind that your nanny deserves time to be completely free of their duties. Additionally, this schedule could get very expensive for you because you need to pay your nanny for every hour they are on duty. If your nanny is required to be in your home and isn’t free to come and go as they please, they are on the clock.

A good way to be mindful of your nanny’s time is to have a scheduled set of hours that they can expect to work each day. This should be included in your nanny contract and any alterations to the schedule should be communicated to your nanny in advance.

Do I have to pay overtime to my live-in nanny?

Federal law does not require you to pay overtime to your nanny if they work more than 40 hours in a week. However, the law is different if you live in California, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York or Oregon. Check the requirements in your state if you live in one of these areas.

What additional expenses are involved with hiring a live-in nanny?

After your new nanny moves in, they become integrated with the rest of your family. That means you need to budget for things like additional groceries, increases in your utility bills, workers’ compensation insurance coverage and potentially adding your nanny to your existing auto insurance if they will be driving your vehicles.

Are taxes required for my live-in nanny?

According to IRS Publication 926, if you pay your nanny $2,600 or more during the year, you’re required to withhold taxes from their pay and pay household employment taxes of your own. However, managing this process correctly can make you eligible for tax breaks to help offset the tax costs you’ll accrue and your nanny gains access to several important benefits. And if the idea of being in charge of taxes and payroll makes you uneasy, Care.com HomePay can take care of these household employment obligations so you don’t have to worry about tax withholdings and filing deadlines.

Next Steps:

• Find a live-in nanny in your area

• See how much you should pay your nanny

• Learn more about nanny taxes and payroll

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