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How much does a pet sitter cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

$18.67/hour

As of December 2024, the average starting cost of a pet sitter in Santa Cruz, CA is $18.67 per hour. The weekly rate for a pet sitter in Santa Cruz, CA is $747 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,427 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 pet sitter costs in Santa Cruz, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a pet sitter in Santa Cruz, CA is approximately 3% higher than California average starting rate of $18.18 per hour and 24% higher than the national average of $15.04.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Santa Cruz, CA

$18.67/hr

$26.21/hr

California

$18.18/hr

$26.63/hr

United States

$15.04/hr

$23.71/hr

$18.67

$26.21

Santa Cruz, CA

$18.18

$26.63

California

$15.04

$23.71

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for pet sitters near Santa Cruz, CA

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

Aptos, CA

$16.12/hr

$27.59/hr

Capitola, CA

$16.20/hr

$30.80/hr

Watsonville, CA

$16.35/hr

$23.41/hr

Los Altos, CA

$16.50/hr

$27.60/hr

Mountain View, CA

$17.47/hr

$24.88/hr

These are the most expensive cities for pet sitters near Santa Cruz, CA

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

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Menlo Park, CA

$23.07/hr

$34.33/hr

Los Gatos, CA

$22.23/hr

$31.85/hr

Palo Alto, CA

$20.68/hr

$28.00/hr

San Jose, CA

$20.48/hr

$29.72/hr

Sunnyvale, CA

$20.27/hr

$28.05/hr

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