Nanny shares
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Short answer
In a nanny share, two families hire one nanny together. The nanny earns more per hour, usually 20 to 30% above a solo rate, and each family pays about two thirds of a solo rate. Each family is usually a separate employer for taxes.
- Typical rate
- About two thirds of a solo rate per family
- Typical 2026 range across US metros; big coastal cities run higher. Caregivers set their own rates on Nanny.
- Booking on Nanny
- Free to join. 6% booking fee (min $1.99), or 3% with Plus. Caregivers keep 100% plus tips.
A good fit for
- Neighbors with kids of similar ages
- Families who want home care for less
- Babies and toddlers who enjoy a regular playmate
What to check
- That both families need the same core hours
- Who hosts, and what happens on sick days
- A written share agreement, including notice to leave
How it works on Nanny
Neighborhood Circles are groups of verified parents near you where families post that they want a share and connect privately. Shares count as regular care, so fees stop at the monthly cap per caregiver.
Questions
Ask at your daycare waitlist, school, pediatrician or parent groups, or post in a Neighborhood Circle on Nanny, where every member is a verified parent nearby.
About a third per family. With a solo rate of $26 and a share rate of $33, each family pays $16.50 an hour instead of $26.