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How much does a cat sitter cost in Plainfield, NJ?

$16.00/hour

As of October 2024, the average starting cost of a cat sitter in Plainfield, NJ is $16.00 per hour. The weekly rate for a cat sitter in Plainfield, NJ is $640 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,080 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 October 2024.

Here's a comparison of cat sitter costs in Plainfield, NJ to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a cat sitter in Plainfield, NJ is approximately 2% higher than New Jersey average starting rate of $15.65 per hour and 7% higher than the national average of $14.91.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Plainfield, NJ

$16.00/hr

$28.83/hr

New Jersey

$15.65/hr

$23.80/hr

United States

$14.91/hr

$23.51/hr

$16.00

$28.83

Plainfield, NJ

$15.65

$23.80

New Jersey

$14.91

$23.51

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for cat sitters near Plainfield, NJ

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable cat sitter services. When evaluating cat sitter pay rates in Plainfield, NJ 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)

Princeton, NJ

$12.78/hr

$20.89/hr

Randolph, NJ

$13.00/hr

$20.00/hr

Middletown, NJ

$13.17/hr

$20.83/hr

East Brunswick, NJ

$13.60/hr

$24.40/hr

Hoboken, NJ

$13.77/hr

$24.41/hr

These are the most expensive cities for cat sitters near Plainfield, NJ

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

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Long Island City, NY

$23.40/hr

$26.00/hr

West New York, NJ

$21.50/hr

$31.17/hr

Haledon, NJ

$21.40/hr

$30.80/hr

Maspeth, NY

$19.67/hr

$27.83/hr

Woodside, NY

$18.80/hr

$24.20/hr

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