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How much does a dog sitter cost in Santa Rosa, CA?

$20.27/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a dog sitter in Santa Rosa, CA is $20.27 per hour. The weekly rate for a dog sitter in Santa Rosa, CA is $811 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,635 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 dog sitter costs in Santa Rosa, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a dog sitter in Santa Rosa, CA is approximately 12% higher than California average starting rate of $18.05 per hour and 35% higher than the national average of $15.00.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Santa Rosa, CA

$20.27/hr

$29.50/hr

California

$18.05/hr

$26.48/hr

United States

$15.00/hr

$23.61/hr

$20.27

$29.50

Santa Rosa, CA

$18.05

$26.48

California

$15.00

$23.61

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for dog sitters near Santa Rosa, CA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable dog sitter services. When evaluating dog sitter pay rates in Santa Rosa, CA 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)

Petaluma, CA

$17.30/hr

$24.21/hr

Napa, CA

$18.00/hr

$25.53/hr

Rohnert Park, CA

$18.64/hr

$24.32/hr

Sonoma, CA

$19.93/hr

$27.43/hr

Novato, CA

$21.17/hr

$31.42/hr

These are the most expensive cities for dog sitters near Santa Rosa, CA

You may pay more per hour for a dog sitter near Santa Rosa, CA and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for dog sitter 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 dog sitter rates and hiring a dog sitter near Santa Rosa, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Windsor, CA

$24.00/hr

$28.29/hr

Healdsburg, CA

$22.00/hr

$32.00/hr

Novato, CA

$21.17/hr

$31.42/hr

Sonoma, CA

$19.93/hr

$27.43/hr

Rohnert Park, CA

$18.64/hr

$24.32/hr

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Dog Sitter cost guides for nearby cities

Windsor, CARohnert Park, CAHealdsburg, CAPetaluma, CASonoma, CA

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