Trusted Caregivers in Houston, TX
Find FCRA-background-checked nannies, senior caregivers, housekeepers, pet sitters, and tutors in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX area. 22,000+ verified caregivers · AI 5-dimension interview scoring · Affordable rates starting at $14/hr.
Caregiver Rates in Houston (2026)
| Service | Range | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Nanny (full-time, 1 child) | $18–$26 | $23/hr |
| Babysitter (occasional) | $16–$24 | $22/hr |
| Senior Caregiver (home health) | $15–$24 | $18/hr |
| Housekeeper | $14–$22 | $18/hr |
| Pet Sitter / Walker | $14–$22 | $18/hr |
| Tutor (per hour) | $22–$55 | $38/hr |
| Special Needs Care | $18–$35 | $26/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
- 22,000
- Verified Pro
- 3,500
- Background-checked
- 2,900
- Avg rating
- ⭐ 4.5/5
Employer Demand
- Active job posts
- 1,300
- New posts / week
- 100
- Avg time to hire
- 14 days
- Unfilled positions
- 310
Employment Law in TX
- Minimum wage
- $7.25/hr
- Overtime threshold
- 40 hrs/wk
- Cost of living index
- 89
TX uses federal min wage $7.25/hr. No state income tax. FLSA overtime applies. Houston is the most diverse city in TX.
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 Houston
Peak demand: Aug · Low season: Jun-Jul
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