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How much does a mother's helper cost in Boston, MA?

$17.73/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a mother's helper in Boston, MA is $17.73 per hour. The weekly rate for a mother's helper in Boston, MA is $709 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,305 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 mother's helper costs in Boston, MA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a mother's helper in Boston, MA is approximately -15% lower than Massachusetts average starting rate of $20.85 per hour and -10% lower than the national average of $19.79.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Boston, MA

$17.73/hr

$24.00/hr

Massachusetts

$20.85/hr

$28.07/hr

United States

$19.79/hr

$26.92/hr

$17.73

$24.00

Boston, MA

$20.85

$28.07

Massachusetts

$19.79

$26.92

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for mother's helpers near Boston, MA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable mother's helper services. When evaluating mother's helper pay rates in Boston, MA 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)

Somerville, MA

$20.91/hr

$29.91/hr

Natick, MA

$25.00/hr

$27.50/hr

These are the most expensive cities for mother's helpers near Boston, MA

You may pay more per hour for a mother's helper near Boston, MA and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for mother's helper 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 mother's helper rates and hiring a mother's helper near Boston, MA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Natick, MA

$25.00/hr

$27.50/hr

Somerville, MA

$20.91/hr

$29.91/hr

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