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How much does a mother's helper cost in Irvine, CA?

$25.00/hour

As of August 2025, the average starting cost of a mother's helper in Irvine, CA is $25.00 per hour. The weekly rate for a mother's helper in Irvine, CA is $1,000 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $3,250 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 mother's helper costs in Irvine, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a mother's helper in Irvine, CA is approximately 3% higher than California average starting rate of $24.34 per hour and 23% higher than the national average of $20.40.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Irvine, CA

$25.00/hr

$29.60/hr

California

$24.34/hr

$30.54/hr

United States

$20.40/hr

$26.93/hr

$25.00

$29.60

Irvine, CA

$24.34

$30.54

California

$20.40

$26.93

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for mother's helpers near Irvine, CA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable mother's helper services. When evaluating mother's helper pay rates in Irvine, 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)

Costa Mesa, CA

$22.14/hr

$27.71/hr

Long Beach, CA

$22.44/hr

$29.44/hr

These are the most expensive cities for mother's helpers near Irvine, CA

You may pay more per hour for a mother's helper near Irvine, CA and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for mother's helper 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 mother's helper rates and hiring a mother's helper near Irvine, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Long Beach, CA

$22.44/hr

$29.44/hr

Costa Mesa, CA

$22.14/hr

$27.71/hr

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