Trusted Caregivers in San Diego, CA
Find FCRA-background-checked nannies, senior caregivers, housekeepers, pet sitters, and tutors in the San Diego-Carlsbad, CA area. 14,000+ verified caregivers · AI 5-dimension interview scoring · Premium rates starting at $18/hr.
Caregiver Rates in San Diego (2026)
| Service | Range | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Nanny (full-time, 1 child) | $24–$32 | $27/hr |
| Babysitter (occasional) | $20–$30 | $26/hr |
| Senior Caregiver (home health) | $17–$28 | $21/hr |
| Housekeeper | $18–$28 | $23/hr |
| Pet Sitter / Walker | $16–$28 | $22/hr |
| Tutor (per hour) | $28–$65 | $45/hr |
| Special Needs Care | $22–$42 | $32/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
- 14,000
- Verified Pro
- 2,200
- Background-checked
- 1,900
- Avg rating
- ⭐ 4.6/5
Employer Demand
- Active job posts
- 880
- New posts / week
- 70
- Avg time to hire
- 12 days
- Unfilled positions
- 210
Employment Law in CA
- Minimum wage
- $16.85/hr
- Overtime threshold
- 40 hrs/wk
- Cost of living index
- 135
San Diego min wage $16.85/hr (2026). CA domestic worker overtime. CA Paid Sick Leave (3 days/yr, expanding to 5 in 2026).
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 San Diego
Peak demand: Sep · Low season: Jan
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