Research Summary. Using a combination of public government and company data as well as data gathered from thousands of job postings, the Zippia data team has created average salary estimates for jobs across the US. Using that data set, the team has identified the types of nannies that are the highest paid based on their average annual salaries.
Here is a summary of our findings for the highest-paying types of nannies:
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Nanny/Household Manager is the highest-paid type of nanny with an average salary of $43,544 and an average hourly rate of $20.93.
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The second highest-paying type of nanny is personal nanny, with an average salary of $39,396.
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The average nanny salary is $40,262 per year, and the average hourly pay is $19.36.
Table Of Contents: Background | Table | Methodology | FAQs
Background
Choosing a career path can be difficult, and while pay shouldn’t be the only thing you consider in your decision, it is a significant factor. So if you’d like to work as a nanny, it helps to have an idea of what the highest-paid types of nannies are so that you can plan your career progression.
Here are the top salaries for different types of nannies:
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Nanny/Household Manager
Average Salary: $43,544
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Personal Nanny
Average Salary: $39,396
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Family Nanny
Average Salary: $37,809
A family nanny is primarily in charge of taking care of children while the parents are away. Their responsibilities typically depend on the children’s age or habits. However, it typically includes preparing meals and snacks, bathing and dressing children, putting them to bed, engaging in recreational activities with them, ensuring their health and safety, and reporting to their parents regularly. Moreover, a family nanny may also perform light to moderate chores such as cleaning the dishes, doing the laundry, and even feeding pets should there be any.
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Live-Out Nanny
Average Salary: $37,539
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Nanny/Housekeeper
Average Salary: $37,169
Below is a full table of the average pay for various nanny that pay the most followed by a more detailed explanation of our methodology.
Highest-Paying Types Of Nannies
| Rank | Job Title | Average Salary |
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| 1 | Nanny/Household Manager | |
| 2 | Personal Nanny | |
| 3 | Family Nanny | |
| 4 | Live-Out Nanny | |
| 5 | Nanny/Housekeeper | |
| 6 | Live In Caregiver | |
| 7 | In-Home Childcare Provider | |
| 8 | Child Caregiver | |
| 9 | Baby Sitter | |
| 10 | AU Pair | |
| 11 | Caregiver Assistant | |
| 12 | Care Provider | |
| 13 | Personal Care Worker | |
| 14 | Companion | |
| 15 | Child Care Aide | |
| 16 | Senior Caregiver | |
| 17 | Sitter | |
| 18 | Child Care Attendant | |
| 19 | Assistant Daycare Teacher | |
| 20 | Pet Sitter |
Methodology
Zippia uses publicly published information from government sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Foreign Labor Certification Data Center (FLC), and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to create its salary estimates.
Our data science team also checks job postings and company-published resources for additional up-to-date salary information for nannies.
Once they’ve gathered the data, the team calculates a weighted average for each job title they’re estimating a salary for. For more details on our salary estimates, you can read the detailed methodology.
Highest-Paying Types Of Nanny Jobs FAQs
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What is the highest-paid nanny job?
The highest-paid nanny job is a nanny/household manager. Nanny/Household Managers earn an average salary of $43,544, which is $ 20.93 hourly.
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What is a good salary for a nanny?
A good salary for a nanny is $40,262 or more. The average nanny salary is $40,262, so those making at least $40,262 are earning above-average paychecks.
Keep in mind, however, that the average nanny salary does fluctuate based on location, as companies will adjust their pay scales based on the cost of living in that area. Research what the average salary is in your area for someone of your expertise and experience level to get a more accurate view on how well you’re being paid.
In addition, if you’re just starting your career as a nanny, the average entry level salary is $36,830, so don’t base your opinion of your salary on the $40,262 average, as this includes all nannies of all skill and experience levels.
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Do Nanny jobs pay well?
No, nanny jobs don’t pay well. As in any industry, some nanny jobs pay better than others, but the average nanny salary of $40,262 is times the average national salary of about $44,225 per year.
In addition to this, many nanny jobs have high earning potential, with the top 10% of nannies earning $56,914 a year on average.
Nannies’ salaries will fluctuate based on their experience level, industry, and location, so pay attention to these factors when you’re looking for a job as a nanny. Do your research on the going rate for a nanny in your area with your expertise, and don’t be afraid to negotiate your salary based on that information.
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Where do nannies get paid the most?
Nannies get paid the most in Washington. In Washington, nannies earn an average annual salary of $54,374 and an average hourly wage of $26.14.
Following WA, the states with the highest-paid nannies are Colorado, Maine, and Oregon, with average annual salaries of $51,094, $52,552, and $50,131 respectively.
The cities with the highest-paid nanny salaries are:
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Boston, MA – $56,396
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Burlington, VT – $55,396
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Seattle, WA – $54,448
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Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
