How much should i charge for babysitting?

Elaine_Potter · #1 Nov 3, 2009, 03:20 PM

hey, im a 15 year old girl who has just acquired new neighbors and when going to give them cookies and be neighborly, my sister mentioned that i babysit. my neighbors have a 1 year old and a 6 year old girl. the job goes from 3:30 to about 6:30. that's right after school. this means no staying after and stuff. they are currently using mud pies and butterflies as a daycare center and he says they are paying a fortune. he asked me what my pricing is and i told him i'd have to ask my dad... of course im not. does anyone know a good price. im sure ill be helping with homework, cooking, and doing some housework. any ideas?

Thx 4 the help

jmjoseph · Nov 3, 2009, 03:51 PM

I have no idea what the going rate is, but for two kids, AND housework, I say $12 an hour. I know you will probably be eating snacks and stuff, but with a child in diapers and all the responsibilty involved, that's a fair price.

My wife and I discussed this, and we would pay that price. The question is, when can you start? Just kidding, enjoy your new job.

stevetcg · Nov 3, 2009, 07:56 PM

We pay our babysitter $10/hr for 2 kids, 4 and 2. No housework involved though.



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