How to compare options
- Monthly tuition or wages
- Registration fees, deposits, supplies, and meals
- Backup care when your child or provider is sick
- Payroll taxes and workers compensation for nannies
- Commute time and schedule reliability
When a nanny can make sense
A nanny can become competitive when you have multiple young children, irregular work hours, long daycare waitlists, or a nanny share. For one child, daycare is usually cheaper.