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How much does an infant babysitter cost in Stanford, CA?

$26.17/hour

As of August 2025, the average starting cost of a infant babysitter in Stanford, CA is $26.17 per hour. The weekly rate for a infant babysitter in Stanford, CA is $1,047 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $3,402 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 August 2025.

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

The cost of hiring a infant babysitter in Stanford, CA is approximately 13% higher than California average starting rate of $23.12 per hour and 34% higher than the national average of $19.47.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Stanford, CA

$26.17/hr

$30.33/hr

California

$23.12/hr

$31.60/hr

United States

$19.47/hr

$28.33/hr

$26.17

$30.33

Stanford, CA

$23.12

$31.60

California

$19.47

$28.33

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for infant babysitters near Stanford, CA

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

Scotts Valley, CA

$21.83/hr

$26.50/hr

Castro Valley, CA

$22.24/hr

$34.15/hr

Santa Cruz, CA

$23.28/hr

$30.82/hr

Livermore, CA

$23.40/hr

$31.46/hr

Felton, CA

$23.57/hr

$32.14/hr

These are the most expensive cities for infant babysitters near Stanford, CA

You may pay more per hour for a infant babysitter near Stanford, CA 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 Stanford, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Atherton, CA

$29.25/hr

$36.50/hr

South San Francisco, CA

$29.22/hr

$35.41/hr

Sunnyvale, CA

$28.85/hr

$37.45/hr

Redwood City, CA

$28.54/hr

$37.33/hr

Mountain View, CA

$28.30/hr

$36.07/hr

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