How Much Does a Night Nanny Cost?

Night nannies (also called overnight newborn caregivers) usually charge by the hour or by the night, and rates depend heavily on your city, the caregiver's experience, and whether you need care for one baby or multiples. The numbers below come directly from the packages night nannies list on Bornbir.

Median package price

$1,000

Typical range $325–$1,800

Median hourly rate

$40/hr

Typical range $35–$50/hr

Based on 5,854 package prices from 2,179 providers listed on Bornbir across the US. Updated August 2026.

Night Nanny costs by city

City	Median package	Providers with listed prices
New York, NY	$1,000	282
Los Angeles, CA	$1,725	237
Chicago, IL	$1,000	100
Houston, TX	$1,000	74
Phoenix, AZ	$830	62
Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	330
San Antonio, TX	$1,200	55
San Diego, CA	$1,750	230
Dallas, TX	$950	83
Austin, TX	$1,000	100
Seattle, WA	$1,500	105
Denver, CO	$1,005	66
Boston, MA	$750	104
Atlanta, GA	$1,100	93
Miami, FL	$950	50

City medians use providers within 150 miles of each city center.

What changes the price

Hourly vs. overnight rates — some caregivers charge a flat overnight fee, most charge per hour.
Number of babies — twins and multiples cost more per night.
Credentials — newborn care specialist certification raises rates.
Schedule — long-term contracts often come with lower nightly rates than short stints.

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