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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Santa Maria, CA?

$17.77/hour

As of December 2024, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Santa Maria, CA is $17.77 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Santa Maria, CA is $711 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,310 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 December 2024.

Here's a comparison of infant babysitter costs in Santa Maria, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Santa Maria, CA is approximately -21% lower than California average starting rate of $22.38 per hour and -6% lower than the national average of $18.85.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Santa Maria, CA

$17.77/hr

$26.79/hr

California

$22.38/hr

$31.38/hr

United States

$18.85/hr

$28.04/hr

$17.77

$26.79

Santa Maria, CA

$22.38

$31.38

California

$18.85

$28.04

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Santa Maria, CA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable infant babysitter services. When evaluating infant babysitter pay rates in Santa Maria, 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)

Grover Beach, CA

$19.67/hr

$30.11/hr

Pismo Beach, CA

$20.00/hr

$27.89/hr

Nipomo, CA

$20.23/hr

$27.77/hr

Arroyo Grande, CA

$20.41/hr

$28.94/hr

San Luis Obispo, CA

$20.49/hr

$27.96/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Santa Maria, CA

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Santa Maria, CA 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 Santa Maria, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Oceano, CA

$21.67/hr

$30.67/hr

Lompoc, CA

$20.67/hr

$32.00/hr

San Luis Obispo, CA

$20.49/hr

$27.96/hr

Arroyo Grande, CA

$20.41/hr

$28.94/hr

Nipomo, CA

$20.23/hr

$27.77/hr

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