Trusted Caregivers in Washington, DC
Find FCRA-background-checked nannies, senior caregivers, housekeepers, pet sitters, and tutors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area. 28,000+ verified caregivers · AI 5-dimension interview scoring · Premium rates starting at $18/hr.
Caregiver Rates in Washington (2026)
| Service | Range | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Nanny (full-time, 1 child) | $25–$35 | $26/hr |
| Babysitter (occasional) | $20–$30 | $25/hr |
| Senior Caregiver (home health) | $17–$28 | $20/hr |
| Housekeeper | $18–$28 | $22/hr |
| Pet Sitter / Walker | $16–$28 | $22/hr |
| Tutor (per hour) | $30–$75 | $50/hr |
| Special Needs Care | $22–$45 | $35/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
- 28,000
- Verified Pro
- 4,800
- Background-checked
- 4,000
- Avg rating
- ⭐ 4.6/5
Employer Demand
- Active job posts
- 1,900
- New posts / week
- 150
- Avg time to hire
- 13 days
- Unfilled positions
- 450
Employment Law in DC
- Minimum wage
- $17.00/hr
- Overtime threshold
- 40 hrs/wk
- Cost of living index
- 132
DC min wage $17.00/hr (2026). DC Accrued Paid Leave Act. VA/MD min wage varies ($12.41-$15.00). DC Domestic Worker Employment Standards Amendment Act.
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 Washington
Peak demand: Aug-Sep · Low season: Dec-Jan
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