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

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

How does experience change A SITTER's salary?

A SITTER's salary grows with experience: a Child Care Center Teacher (0-0 years)earns $44,352, a SITTER (0-1 years)earns $33,899, a Child Caregiver II (1-3 years)earns $38,246,

What are the highest paying states for a SITTER?

SITTER salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SITTER roles are District of Columbia $40,526, California $40,372, Massachusetts $39,834. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SITTER roles make?

Salaries for SITTER level roles vary by specialization: Safety Sitter: $103,581; Companion Sitter: $38,979; Private Sitter: $38,766; Cat Sitter: $37,513; Pet Sitter: $36,134.

SITTER Salary in Delaware

How much does a SITTER make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a SITTER in Delaware is $37,067 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,714
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,478 to $41,070
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,211

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SITTER Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,070	$3,422	$790	$20
Average	$37,067	$3,089	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$33,478	$2,790	$644	$16

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Key Factors That Influence SITTER Salaries

A SITTER'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 SITTER 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 SITTERs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,526.
California: $40,372.
Massachusetts: $39,834.

District of Columbia $40,526 California $40,372 Massachusetts $39,834 Washington $39,688 New Jersey $39,673 Alaska $39,622 Connecticut $39,117 New York $38,912

Hawaii $38,257 Rhode Island $37,949 Maryland $37,741 Minnesota $37,455 Colorado $37,345 Illinois $37,309 Oregon $37,170 Delaware $37,067

New Hampshire $37,003 Virginia $36,859 Pennsylvania $36,438 Nevada $36,225 North Dakota $36,156 Michigan $36,046 Wisconsin $36,006 Vermont $35,925

Texas $35,702 Maine $35,687 Arizona $35,665 Ohio $35,640 Georgia $35,303 Indiana $35,135 Wyoming $35,102 Utah $35,050

Iowa $35,028 Kansas $34,853 Louisiana $34,802 North Carolina $34,783 Missouri $34,776 Florida $34,633 Montana $34,556 Nebraska $34,483

Kentucky $34,443 South Carolina $34,296 Tennessee $34,205 Idaho $34,168 New Mexico $33,901 Oklahoma $33,843 Alabama $33,627 South Dakota $33,264

Arkansas $33,067 West Virginia $32,960 Mississippi $32,642

Top Paying Cities for SITTERs

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: $38,363
Little Creek: $38,008
Magnolia: $38,165

Lincoln, DE $38,363 Little Creek, DE $38,008 Magnolia, DE $38,165 Milford, DE $38,363 Marydel, DE $37,865 Millsboro, DE $38,363 Millville, DE $38,619 Milton, DE $38,363

Nassau, DE $38,363 Ocean View, DE $38,619 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,619 Seaford, DE $37,960 Selbyville, DE $38,619 Smyrna, DE $37,821 Viola, DE $38,165 Woodside, DE $38,056

Bear, DE $37,543 Newark, DE $37,558 Claymont, DE $37,587 Delaware City, DE $37,558 Hockessin, DE $37,587 Kirkwood, DE $37,558 Middletown, DE $37,744 Montchanin, DE $37,587

New Castle, DE $37,587 Odessa, DE $37,796 Port Penn, DE $37,455 Rockland, DE $37,587 Saint Georges, DE $37,558 Townsend, DE $37,741 Winterthur, DE $37,587 Lewes, DE $38,363

Wilmington, DE $37,587 Dover, DE $37,990 Dover Afb, DE $38,077 Bethany Beach, DE $38,619 Bethel, DE $37,960 Bridgeville, DE $38,363 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,030 Cheswold, DE $37,902

Clayton, DE $37,807 Dagsboro, DE $38,619 Delmar, DE $37,960 Ellendale, DE $38,363 Felton, DE $38,363 Fenwick Island, DE $38,619 Frankford, DE $38,619 Frederica, DE $38,363

Georgetown, DE $38,363 Greenwood, DE $38,363 Harbeson, DE $38,363 Harrington, DE $38,363 Hartly, DE $37,788 Houston, DE $38,363 Kenton, DE $37,807 Laurel, DE $37,960

Yorklyn, DE $37,587

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

Understanding how a SITTER'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 April 01, 2026

$33,478

Average $37,067/year

$41,070

$2,790

Average $3,089/month

$3,422

$644

Average $713/week

$790

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,070	$3,422	$790	$20
Average	$37,067	$3,089	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$33,478	$2,790	$644	$16

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