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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Long Island City, NY?

$22.45/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Long Island City, NY is $22.45 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Long Island City, NY is $898 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,919 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 infant babysitter costs in Long Island City, NY to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Long Island City, NY is approximately 9% higher than New York average starting rate of $20.68 per hour and 19% higher than the national average of $18.82.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Long Island City, NY

$22.45/hr

$31.25/hr

New York

$20.68/hr

$29.79/hr

United States

$18.82/hr

$27.94/hr

$22.45

$31.25

Long Island City, NY

$20.68

$29.79

New York

$18.82

$27.94

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Long Island City, NY

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable infant babysitter services. When evaluating infant babysitter pay rates in Long Island City, NY 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)

Iselin, NJ

$16.50/hr

$29.83/hr

Lincroft, NJ

$16.56/hr

$21.67/hr

Hollis, NY

$17.08/hr

$34.92/hr

Massapequa Park, NY

$17.27/hr

$24.09/hr

Boonton, NJ

$17.31/hr

$24.31/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Long Island City, NY

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Long Island City, NY and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for infant 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 infant babysitter rates and hiring a infant babysitter near Long Island City, NY.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Hawthorne, NY

$28.29/hr

$36.86/hr

Park Ridge, NJ

$27.17/hr

$37.33/hr

Glen Rock, NJ

$27.14/hr

$37.86/hr

West Hempstead, NY

$26.62/hr

$39.31/hr

Monsey, NY

$25.60/hr

$31.60/hr

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