What are the main factors that influence a Babysitter's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Babysitter?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Babysitter roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Babysitter's salary?

A Babysitter's salary grows with experience: a Child Care Center Teacher (0-0 years)earns $45,001, a Babysitter (0-1 years)earns $34,388, a Child Caregiver II (1-3 years)earns $38,810,

What are the highest paying states for a Babysitter?

Babysitter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Babysitter roles are District of Columbia $36,976, California $36,836, Massachusetts $36,345. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Babysitter roles make?

Salaries for Babysitter level roles vary by specialization: Professional Babysitter: $32,920; Nanny/Babysitter: $32,525; On Call Babysitter: $32,269; Family Babysitter: $32,203.

Babysitter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Babysitter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Babysitter in Delaware is $33,820 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Babysitter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,029
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,095 to $36,547
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,613

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI Onboarding

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Babysitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,547	$3,046	$703	$18
Average	$33,820	$2,818	$650	$16
25th Percentile	$31,095	$2,591	$598	$15

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Babysitter Job Openings in Delaware

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - KEENE, NH

Travel CCU RN

Focus Staff - BENNINGTON, VT

Physical Therapist Physical Therapy Assistant

Flex Therapy - WASILLA, AK

Occupational Therapist

United Health Services - JOHNSON CITY, NY

Search More Babysitter Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Babysitter Salaries

A Babysitter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Babysitter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Babysitters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,976.
California: $36,836.
Massachusetts: $36,345.

District of Columbia $36,976 California $36,836 Massachusetts $36,345 Washington $36,212 New Jersey $36,198 Alaska $36,151 Connecticut $35,691 New York $35,504

Hawaii $34,906 Rhode Island $34,625 Maryland $34,435 Minnesota $34,174 Colorado $34,074 Illinois $34,041 Oregon $33,914 Delaware $33,820

New Hampshire $33,762 Virginia $33,630 Pennsylvania $33,246 Nevada $33,052 North Dakota $32,989 Michigan $32,889 Wisconsin $32,852 Vermont $32,778

Texas $32,575 Maine $32,561 Arizona $32,541 Ohio $32,518 Georgia $32,211 Indiana $32,057 Wyoming $32,027 Utah $31,980

Iowa $31,960 Kansas $31,800 Louisiana $31,753 North Carolina $31,737 Missouri $31,730 Florida $31,600 Montana $31,529 Nebraska $31,463

Kentucky $31,426 South Carolina $31,292 Tennessee $31,209 Idaho $31,175 New Mexico $30,932 Oklahoma $30,878 Alabama $30,681 South Dakota $30,351

Arkansas $30,170 West Virginia $30,073 Mississippi $29,783

Top Paying Cities for Babysitters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $33,668
Little Creek: $33,915
Magnolia: $33,866

Lincoln, DE $33,668 Little Creek, DE $33,915 Magnolia, DE $33,866 Milford, DE $33,754 Marydel, DE $33,809 Millsboro, DE $33,527 Millville, DE $33,579 Milton, DE $33,637

Nassau, DE $33,661 Ocean View, DE $33,573 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,637 Seaford, DE $33,656 Selbyville, DE $33,517 Smyrna, DE $33,938 Viola, DE $33,782 Woodside, DE $33,873

Bear, DE $33,794 Newark, DE $33,782 Claymont, DE $33,851 Delaware City, DE $33,815 Hockessin, DE $33,779 Kirkwood, DE $33,809 Middletown, DE $33,822 Montchanin, DE $33,786

New Castle, DE $33,791 Odessa, DE $33,839 Port Penn, DE $33,862 Rockland, DE $33,790 Saint Georges, DE $33,811 Townsend, DE $33,864 Winterthur, DE $33,794 Lewes, DE $33,650

Wilmington, DE $33,780 Dover, DE $33,915 Dover Afb, DE $33,736 Bethany Beach, DE $33,538 Bethel, DE $33,572 Bridgeville, DE $33,651 Camden Wyoming, DE $33,819 Cheswold, DE $33,904

Clayton, DE $33,905 Dagsboro, DE $33,514 Delmar, DE $33,460 Ellendale, DE $33,562 Felton, DE $33,751 Fenwick Island, DE $33,522 Frankford, DE $33,463 Frederica, DE $33,784

Georgetown, DE $33,501 Greenwood, DE $33,657 Harbeson, DE $33,537 Harrington, DE $33,708 Hartly, DE $33,813 Houston, DE $33,660 Kenton, DE $33,906 Laurel, DE $33,481

Yorklyn, DE $33,789

Babysitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Babysitter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Babysitter positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Babysitter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Babysitter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$43,967	$21.0	30%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$37,202	$18.0	10%

Babysitter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Babysitter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$31,095

Average $33,820/year

$36,547

$2,591

Average $2,818/month

$3,046

$598

Average $650/week

$703

$15

Average $16/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,547	$3,046	$703	$18
Average	$33,820	$2,818	$650	$16
25th Percentile	$31,095	$2,591	$598	$15

Salaries of jobs related to Babysitter

Find Your Next Babysitter Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Babysitter job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about