How to Find the Perfect Nanny
How much should you pay?
Taking the nanny’s responsibilities into consideration, think about the wage you will offer. At first, you can get an idea of the going rate in your area by contacting neighbors, friends and coworkers who have hired nannies. You can then set a wage, $12 per hour for example, or a range that you’ll pay within, such as $10 to $14 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Remember–a live-in nanny is living in your home, so you can deduct room and board expenses from her pay, which means that a live-in nanny may have less take-home pay than a live-out.
