Pacific Northwest · 2026
Babysitter Rates Portland 2026
Average babysitter rates in Portland are $19–$31/hr for one child in 2026. Free pay calculator and full local rate guide.
$19–$31
Average rate/hr
One child, suburban Portland area
$24–$38
Experienced rate/hr
3+ years, CPR certified
+$3–5
Per additional child
Added per hour on top of base rate
Portland babysitter rates by experience
| Experience level | Rate range | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Teen / entry level | $13–$17/hr | Older children only |
| Some experience (1–2 yrs) | $17–$22/hr | Standard booking |
| Experienced (3+ yrs) | $22–$30/hr | Most families |
| Professional (ECE) | $30–$44/hr | Premium care |
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Neighbourhood
Rates vary 10–20% across Portland neighbourhoods. Central areas typically command higher rates.
Number of children
Add $3–5/hr per additional child. Two children will cost $21–28/hr, three $24–33/hr.
Weekend & holidays
Weekend sessions run 10–15% above weekday rates. Holidays command 25–50% premiums.
Overnight sessions
Overnight in Portland typically runs $160–280 total: evening rate + flat sleep bonus + morning rate.
Last-minute bookings
Add $5–15 for same-day bookings. Plan ahead for weekends and holidays.
FAQ
Babysitter rates Portland — questions answered
Babysitter rates in Portland average $19–$31/hr for one child in 2026. Experienced sitters with CPR certification charge $24–$38/hr. Oregon's $14.70/hr minimum wage keeps Portland competitive nationally.
The going rate for a babysitter in Portland is $19–$31/hr for one child. NW Portland and Lake Oswego run 10–15% above the city average. Add $3–5/hr per additional child.
Portland runs lower than Seattle — averaging $19–$31/hr vs Seattle's $20–$34/hr — primarily due to Washington's higher minimum wage ($16.28 vs Oregon's $14.70) and Seattle's higher tech industry wages.