Checked 29 Oct 2026
Sittercity
One of the first babysitting and nanny marketplaces in the US. Sitters build profiles and connect with families for one-off and recurring care.
Good for Babysitters and nanniesCaregivers
- How you get paidDirect payment from families
- Local, in personWork happens near you
- Since
- 2001 25 yrs
Based in- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Web rank
- #53,736 worldwide
Sittercity is a childcare marketplace where anyone can register to start earning. Fees are Free for sitters, set own rates and you can withdraw via Direct payment from families. Founded in 2001, Sittercity is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is available in US.
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How Sittercity compares
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- Sittercity takes no commission from what you earn — 4 of the 13 care platforms we track are free to earn on.
- Founded in 2001, Sittercity has been running for about 25 years — longer than 12 of the 13 care platforms we track with a known launch year.
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Is Sittercity legit?
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Sittercity is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2001 (25 years)
- Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Its domain sittercity.com was registered in 2000 (registry record)
- Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #53,736)
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Sittercity in public records
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- Website rank
- #53,736 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (sittercity.com)
- Domain registered
- May 2000sittercity.com, 26 years ago
Sources: Tranco · RDAP registry. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Sittercity timeline
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Sittercity founded
Headquarters today: Chicago, Illinois, United States
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$23/hr typical babysitter rate
Sittercity's babysitting cost report says the national typical hourly rate for a babysitter in 2025 is $23 an hour, based on its own platform data.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does Sittercity charge?
Sittercity fees: Free for sitters, set own rates. It takes no commission, so apart from payment-processing or withdrawal costs you keep what you earn.
How do you get paid on Sittercity?
Sittercity pays out via Direct payment from families.
Which countries is Sittercity available in?
US. Its main focus is United States.
How much do people earn on Sittercity?
Sittercity's babysitting cost report says the national typical hourly rate for a babysitter in 2025 is $23 an hour, based on its own platform data. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Sittercity legit?
Yes, Sittercity is a real, operating platform: operating since 2001 (25 years), headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States and its domain sittercity.com was registered in 2000 (registry record). As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Sittercity alternatives?
Similar platforms include UrbanSitter, Care.com, Mad Paws and Wag. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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Sittercity alternatives
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Fees Caregivers keep their full ratecare.com
Mad PawsAustralia largest pet sitting marketplace with tens of thousands of insured sitters offering boarding, daycare, and walks.
Fees 20% service fee on bookingsmadpaws.com.au
WagAn on-demand dog walking and pet care app where walkers set their availability and accept nearby jobs. Services include walks, sitting, boarding, and training.
Fees Service fee about 40%wagwalking.com
MableAn Australian platform where care and support workers connect directly with clients.
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YoopiesA European marketplace for childcare, senior care, pet care, and housekeeping jobs.
Fees Free for carers, set own ratesyoopies.com