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How much does an infant babysitter cost in South Dartmouth, MA?

$23.57/hour

As of June 2025, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in South Dartmouth, MA is $23.57 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in South Dartmouth, MA is $943 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $3,064 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 South Dartmouth, MA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in South Dartmouth, MA is approximately 8% higher than Massachusetts average starting rate of $21.73 per hour and 22% higher than the national average of $19.37.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

South Dartmouth, MA

$23.57/hr

$24.57/hr

Massachusetts

$21.73/hr

$29.66/hr

United States

$19.37/hr

$28.30/hr

$23.57

$24.57

South Dartmouth, MA

$21.73

$29.66

Massachusetts

$19.37

$28.30

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near South Dartmouth, MA

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

North Dighton, MA

$17.00/hr

$24.40/hr

Kingston, RI

$17.00/hr

$29.53/hr

North Dartmouth, MA

$18.30/hr

$27.96/hr

Portsmouth, RI

$18.55/hr

$29.77/hr

Bristol, RI

$18.57/hr

$24.49/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near South Dartmouth, MA

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near South Dartmouth, MA 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 South Dartmouth, MA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Sagamore Beach, MA

$29.60/hr

$40.00/hr

Vineyard Haven, MA

$25.23/hr

$33.08/hr

Edgartown, MA

$23.83/hr

$29.07/hr

Riverside, RI

$23.12/hr

$28.71/hr

Falmouth, MA

$23.00/hr

$30.25/hr

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