"going rate"

[Anonymous]

I know this is a loaded topic. We want to pay our Nanny a competitive rate but we are getting quotes all over the map. As low as $15 and as high as $35/hour.
Part time hours, approximately 30 hours a week, 3 days a week. 1 baby, 3 months old.

[Anonymous]

Where are you located, and what is the source of these quotes? Location sets the market, and then there's a range, somewhat based on the type of person/qualifications you're looking for.

[Anonymous]

Just one kid and that young? Super easy job. Definitely low end of range.

[Anonymous]

Located in NYC, yes just 1 baby, we don't necessarily want someone who will "grow" with us. We may not even be here that long. We can make a 1 year commitment but after that we may move. We want someone with a ton of experience, college educated in a related field ( early childhood, child life, family studies....), Someone with great references. I understand pt time might not be desirable for some. We would even be open to an older college student or grad student who is in class the other days.

[Anonymous]

Oh and quotes from candidates

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just one kid and that young? Super easy job. Definitely low end of range.

This is pure nonsense OP.
I am sure you already know this though.

Like the PP stated, first of all it depends on your location.
So probably only those that live in or close to your city/town can offer you the most accurate rate.

[Anonymous]

You want a "ton" of experience, great refs, and college education? Then, yes, you are looking at at least $20/hr. For "a ton" of experience, probably more like $25. NYC nannies often expect to be paid under the table, and that does lower your rate some.

But you also say you're open to a college student, who is luke both young and busy, so unlikely to have that experience ... So I don't know!

It is easier to hire for full time, but it's an easy job. With a good rate, I'm sure you'll find someone.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just one kid and that young? Super easy job. Definitely low end of range.

Actually if you are doing the job right - narrating, engaging, reading and singing to the baby - it is not an easy job.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Located in NYC, yes just 1 baby, we don't necessarily want someone who will "grow" with us. We may not even be here that long. We can make a 1 year commitment but after that we may move. We want someone with a ton of experience, college educated in a related field ( early childhood, child life, family studies....), Someone with great references. I understand pt time might not be desirable for some. We would even be open to an older college student or grad student who is in class the other days.

$25 to $30 an hour. I am in NYC as well and just did this search a year ago. American (or documented) college graduates with experience are not easy to find especially for only 30 hours a week.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Located in NYC, yes just 1 baby, we don't necessarily want someone who will "grow" with us. We may not even be here that long. We can make a 1 year commitment but after that we may move. We want someone with a ton of experience, college educated in a related field ( early childhood, child life, family studies....), Someone with great references. I understand pt time might not be desirable for some. We would even be open to an older college student or grad student who is in class the other days.

$25 to $30 an hour. I am in NYC as well and just did this search a year ago. American (or documented) college graduates with experience are not easy to find especially for only 30 hours a week.

I agree, close to $30/hr., especially in the city.