Trusted Caregivers in Chicago, IL
Find FCRA-background-checked nannies, senior caregivers, housekeepers, pet sitters, and tutors in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI area. 38,000+ verified caregivers · AI 5-dimension interview scoring · Premium rates starting at $16/hr.
Caregiver Rates in Chicago (2026)
| Service | Range | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Nanny (full-time, 1 child) | $22–$32 | $25/hr |
| Babysitter (occasional) | $18–$28 | $24/hr |
| Senior Caregiver (home health) | $16–$25 | $19/hr |
| Housekeeper | $16–$28 | $21/hr |
| Pet Sitter / Walker | $15–$25 | $20/hr |
| Tutor (per hour) | $25–$60 | $40/hr |
| Special Needs Care | $20–$40 | $30/hr |
Rates are gross hourly wages before employer taxes. Source: BLS OEWS, Sittercity, UrbanSitter, ChildcareCostFinder (2026). Actual pay varies by experience, credentials, and schedule. Callme AI does not set rates — caregivers set their own.
Caregiver Supply
- Total caregivers
- 38,000
- Verified Pro
- 6,500
- Background-checked
- 5,400
- Avg rating
- ⭐ 4.6/5
Employer Demand
- Active job posts
- 2,800
- New posts / week
- 210
- Avg time to hire
- 15 days
- Unfilled positions
- 680
Employment Law in IL
- Minimum wage
- $15.80/hr
- Overtime threshold
- 40 hrs/wk
- Cost of living index
- 107
Chicago min wage $15.80/hr (2026). IL HB3721 AI Video Interview Act applies — candidate must consent to AI evaluation and can request human review. IL Domestic Worker Bill of Rights.
Callme is a matching service, not an employer. Each hiring family is the household employer and is responsible for taxes per IRS Pub 926. Our free Nanny Tax Calculator estimates your total cost.
Most In-Demand Services in Chicago
Peak demand: Aug · Low season: Jan-Feb
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