How much does a Nanny make?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual pay of Nanny in the United States is $32,273. While Salary.com is seeing that Nanny salary in the US can go up to $39,002 or down to $26,433, but most earn between $29,216 and $35,795. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, and your experience levels. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Nanny Salaries by Percentile
Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $35,795 $2,983 $688 $17
Average $32,273 $2,689 $621 $16
25th Percentile $29,216 $2,435 $562 $14
25% $29,216 10% $26,433 90% $39,002 75% $35,795 $32,273 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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View Nanny Salary by Experience Levels

An entry-level Nanny with no related experience makes about $32,823. With less than 2 years of experience, a mid-level Nanny makes around $33,234. After 2-4 years, the Nanny pay rises to about $33,631. Those senior Nanny with 5-8 years of experience earn roughly $33,750, and those Nanny having 8 years or more experience are expected to earn about $33,829 on average.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Nanny $32,823
Intermediate Level Nanny $33,234
Senior Level Nanny $33,631
Specialist Level Nanny $33,750
Expert Level Nanny $33,829
$32,823 0 yr
$33,234 < 2 yrs
$33,631 2-4 yrs
$33,750 5-8 yrs
$33,829 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 2%
Mid Level 3%
Senior Level 4%
Top Level 5%
Experienced 5%
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Best Paying States for Nanny

The states and districts that pay Nanny the highest salary are District of Columbia (around $35,733) , California (around $35,597) , Massachusetts (around $35,123) , Washington (around $34,994) , New Jersey (around $34,981), Alaska (around $34,936), Connecticut (around $34,490).

States Salary
District of Columbia $35,733
California $35,597
Massachusetts $35,123
Washington $34,994
New Jersey $34,981
Alaska $34,936
Connecticut $34,490

Highest Paying Cities for Nanny

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Nanny profession are San Jose,CA, San Francisco,CA, Oakland,CA, New York,NY, Queens Village,NY, Paramus,NJ, Passaic,NJ, Bergenfield,NJ, Stamford,CT, and Huntington,NY.

Best-Paid Skills and Qualifications for Nanny

What skills does a Nanny need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

1.

Commitment: An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.

2.

Child Development: Child development refers to the sequence of physical, language, thought and emotional changes that occur in a child from birth to the beginning of adulthood.

3.

Early Childhood Education: Early childhood education, also known as nursery education, is a branch of education theory that relates to the teaching of children from birth up to the age of eight.

Commitment 2.06%
Child Development 5.42%
Early Childhood Education 2.58%
Others 89.94%
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What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain skills can make the compensation of a Nanny higher. Salary.com's Real-time Job Posting Salary Data provides you the latest highly compensated skills to help you get a higher pay. For example, if you master Motivating, you can get a 15% salary raise. If you are good at Coordination, your salary will increase by 9%. If you are expert in Problem Solving, your salary will rise by 8%.
Skill Salary Demand
Motivating
$37,114
15%
Coordination
$35,178
9%
Problem Solving
$34,855
8%
Accountability
$34,855
8%
Customer Service
$34,532
7%
Leadership
$34,210
6%
Last Updated on May 01, 2025

View Nanny Salary Trends

For those exploring the changing dynamics of Nanny salaries, Salary.com offers detailed insights through our Job Trending in CA Labor Market analysis. Our research highlights a notable shift in Nanny compensation over the past six years. For instance, the median salary has moved from $36,834 in 2023 to about $36,225 in 2024 (for a comprehensive analysis of Nanny salary trends, click here). It's crucial to consider several elements, including geographical location, experience level, industry demand, and economic development, as they play a significant role in influencing salary variations.

Average Annual Salary of Nanny Over Time

2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
$36,834
2024
$36,225
2025
$35,837

Nanny Salary by Year

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2023 $36,834
2024 $36,225
2025 $35,837

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FAQs Regarding Nanny

1. What is the average salary of a Nanny?

The average annual salary of Nanny is $32,273. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Nanny is $16; the average weekly pay of Nanny is $621; the average monthly pay of Nanny is $2,689.

2. What does a Nanny do?

Nanny cares for young children in a day care setting. Leads and monitors various play and learning activities including games, crafts, story time, and music. Being a Nanny performs daily tasks required to keep children happy, clean, safe, and occupied. Supervises snacks, meals, and naps. Additionally, Nanny completes any required documentation including attendance logs, sign in sheets, or medication administration records. Maintains a safe and secure play area. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Nanny works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

3. What’s typical Career Path for Nanny?

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Nanny, the first career path typically progresses to Child Caregiver II.

4. Where can a Nanny earn the most?

A Nanny's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Nanny earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Nanny is $40,706.

5. What is the highest pay for Nanny?

The highest pay for Nanny is $39,002.

6. What is the lowest pay for Nanny?

The lowest pay for Nanny is $26,433.