What is the going rate for babysitting twins?
What is the going rate for babysitting twins?
Get the latest from TODAY The average hourly rate for a babysitter is $16.75 for one child and $19.26 for two kids, according to the 2019 annual study compiled by UrbanSitter. For comparison, that's more than twice the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
How do you say no to babysitting?
If you truly can't — or don't want to — babysit for someone you know, be honest. Skip the excuses and just say "no." Give yourself some time and avoid answering right away, suggests the Whole Living website. You might be pressured to say yes right away, especially if you're close to the person asking.