Find Trusted Personal Assistants Near Me in Columbia, MD

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Columbia, MD on Care.com as of April, 2026 is $22.42 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 31 personal assistants in Columbia, MD. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Columbia or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in Columbia, MD can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Columbia. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.