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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Dumfries, VA?

$20.53/hour

As of June 2025, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Dumfries, VA is $20.53 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Dumfries, VA is $821 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,669 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates reported by service providers listed on Care.com. Last updated in June 2025.

Here's a comparison of infant babysitter costs in Dumfries, VA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Dumfries, VA is approximately 8% higher than Virginia average starting rate of $18.98 per hour and 6% higher than the national average of $19.37.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Dumfries, VA

$20.53/hr

$29.11/hr

Virginia

$18.98/hr

$27.80/hr

United States

$19.37/hr

$28.31/hr

$20.53

$29.11

Dumfries, VA

$18.98

$27.80

Virginia

$19.37

$28.31

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Dumfries, VA

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

La Plata, MD

$16.10/hr

$20.60/hr

Fort Belvoir, VA

$16.80/hr

$27.00/hr

King George, VA

$17.09/hr

$31.09/hr

Temple Hills, MD

$17.95/hr

$28.09/hr

Fredericksburg, VA

$18.50/hr

$26.32/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Dumfries, VA

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Dumfries, VA 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 Dumfries, VA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Chevy Chase, MD

$24.89/hr

$31.82/hr

District Heights, MD

$23.68/hr

$35.74/hr

Suitland, MD

$23.27/hr

$28.68/hr

Oxon Hill, MD

$23.24/hr

$34.18/hr

McLean, VA

$23.11/hr

$33.21/hr

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