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How much does a babysitter cost in Somerville, NJ?

$20.00/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a babysitter in Somerville, NJ is $20.00 per hour. The weekly rate for a babysitter in Somerville, NJ is $800 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,600 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in November 2024.

Here's a comparison of babysitter costs in Somerville, NJ to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a babysitter in Somerville, NJ is approximately 2% higher than New Jersey average starting rate of $19.61 per hour and 8% higher than the national average of $18.54.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Somerville, NJ

$20.00/hr

$27.86/hr

New Jersey

$19.61/hr

$29.87/hr

United States

$18.54/hr

$29.55/hr

$20.00

$27.86

Somerville, NJ

$19.61

$29.87

New Jersey

$18.54

$29.55

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for babysitters near Somerville, NJ

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable babysitter services. When evaluating babysitter pay rates in Somerville, NJ and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

New Hope, PA

$14.33/hr

$21.83/hr

Richboro, PA

$15.50/hr

$21.33/hr

Stirling, NJ

$16.00/hr

$27.80/hr

Flanders, NJ

$16.16/hr

$23.21/hr

Allentown, NJ

$16.17/hr

$23.67/hr

These are the most expensive cities for babysitters near Somerville, NJ

You may pay more per hour for a babysitter near Somerville, NJ and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for babysitter services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing babysitter rates and hiring a babysitter near Somerville, NJ.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Watchung, NJ

$25.43/hr

$41.29/hr

Milltown, NJ

$23.86/hr

$32.14/hr

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

$23.29/hr

$28.29/hr

East Hanover, NJ

$22.56/hr

$34.44/hr

Florham Park, NJ

$22.50/hr

$33.92/hr

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