Nanny pay in Los Angeles varies significantly depending on the role, the neighborhood, the number of children, and the level of experience required. Here’s what the market looks like heading into 2026.
Average Nanny Pay in Los Angeles (2026)
Based on current job listings and placements across LA agencies:
- Entry-level nanny (1–2 years experience): $22–$28/hr
- Experienced nanny (3–5 years): $28–$38/hr
- Career nanny (5+ years, strong references): $38–$50/hr
- Newborn Care Specialist: $35–$55/hr (overnight rates higher)
- Family Assistant: $28–$42/hr depending on household duties
Pay by Neighborhood
Where you work matters. Families in higher-cost neighborhoods typically pay more:
- Bel Air / Holmby Hills / Malibu: $38–$55/hr for experienced candidates
- Beverly Hills / Pacific Palisades: $35–$48/hr
- Santa Monica / Brentwood: $30–$42/hr
- Silver Lake / Los Feliz / Echo Park: $25–$35/hr
- San Fernando Valley (Encino, Sherman Oaks): $24–$35/hr
What Affects Your Rate
Several factors move your pay up or down:
- Number of children: Each additional child typically adds $3–$5/hr
- Infant care: Newborn and infant experience commands a premium
- Driving: If you’re expected to use your own vehicle, factor in mileage reimbursement
- Overnight / live-in: Rates are typically lower per hour but higher overall due to guaranteed hours
- Special needs experience: Significantly higher rates for the right candidates
Guaranteed Hours
In California, many nanny contracts include a guaranteed hours clause — meaning you’re paid for a set number of hours per week regardless of whether the family uses all of them. This is standard practice at LA’s top agencies and something to negotiate for in your contract.
See current open positions and their listed pay rates on our Los Angeles nanny jobs board.