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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Grain Valley, MO?

$22.20/hour

As of June 2025, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Grain Valley, MO is $22.20 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Grain Valley, MO is $888 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,886 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 Grain Valley, MO to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Grain Valley, MO is approximately 31% higher than Missouri average starting rate of $16.98 per hour and 15% higher than the national average of $19.36.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Grain Valley, MO

$22.20/hr

$32.00/hr

Missouri

$16.98/hr

$26.41/hr

United States

$19.36/hr

$28.30/hr

$22.20

$32.00

Grain Valley, MO

$16.98

$26.41

Missouri

$19.36

$28.30

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Grain Valley, MO

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

Liberty, MO

$15.05/hr

$22.81/hr

Greenwood, MO

$15.13/hr

$25.88/hr

Belton, MO

$15.40/hr

$25.10/hr

Blue Springs, MO

$15.75/hr

$21.61/hr

Kansas City, KS

$16.77/hr

$26.80/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Grain Valley, MO

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Grain Valley, MO 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 Grain Valley, MO.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Mission, KS

$18.87/hr

$24.35/hr

Stilwell, KS

$18.50/hr

$24.50/hr

Prairie Village, KS

$18.41/hr

$27.91/hr

Raymore, MO

$18.21/hr

$29.50/hr

Kansas City, MO

$17.99/hr

$26.74/hr

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