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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Scranton, PA?

$16.03/hour

As of October 2024, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Scranton, PA is $16.03 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Scranton, PA is $641 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,084 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 infant babysitter costs in Scranton, PA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Scranton, PA is approximately -9% lower than Pennsylvania average starting rate of $17.55 per hour and -15% lower than the national average of $18.75.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Scranton, PA

$16.03/hr

$22.68/hr

Pennsylvania

$17.55/hr

$25.99/hr

United States

$18.75/hr

$27.75/hr

$16.03

$22.68

Scranton, PA

$17.55

$25.99

Pennsylvania

$18.75

$27.75

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Scranton, PA

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

Tunkhannock, PA

$13.40/hr

$20.80/hr

Dallas, PA

$14.50/hr

$24.00/hr

Hawley, PA

$15.00/hr

$21.80/hr

Lake Ariel, PA

$15.00/hr

$23.40/hr

Peckville, PA

$15.00/hr

$31.00/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Scranton, PA

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Shavertown, PA

$19.20/hr

$27.60/hr

Mountain Top, PA

$18.20/hr

$23.20/hr

Wyoming, PA

$18.17/hr

$24.67/hr

Moscow, PA

$17.67/hr

$34.17/hr

Carbondale, PA

$17.60/hr

$30.50/hr

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