Nanny demographics and statistics in the US
Nanny demographics research summary. Zippia estimates nanny demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our nanny estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about nannies after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 169,633 nannies currently employed in the United States.
- 93.1% of all nannies are women, while 6.9% are men.
- The average nanny age is 37 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of nannies is White (60.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18.0%), Black or African American (7.5%) and Asian (7.3%).
- Nannies are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The non profits industry is the highest-paying for nannies.
- 4% of all nannies are LGBT.
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Nanny gender statistics
93.1% of nannies are women and 6.9% of nannies are men.
- Female, 93.1%
- Male, 6.9%
Nanny gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 93.1% |
| Male | 6.9% |
Nanny gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$43,972
Female Income
$42,587
Nanny gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in nanny positions over time. Currently, 93.1% of nannies are female.
Nanny gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.09% | 92.91% |
| 2011 | 6.66% | 93.34% |
| 2012 | 6.50% | 93.50% |
| 2013 | 6.99% | 93.01% |
| 2014 | 7.00% | 93.00% |
| 2015 | 6.72% | 93.28% |
| 2016 | 7.70% | 92.30% |
| 2017 | 7.59% | 92.41% |
| 2018 | 7.31% | 92.69% |
| 2019 | 7.96% | 92.04% |
| 2020 | 7.29% | 92.71% |
| 2021 | 6.90% | 93.10% |
Nanny related jobs gender ratio
We compared nannies with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Nanny | 7% | 93% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Nanny demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among nannies is White, which makes up 60.0% of all nannies. Comparatively, 18.0% of nannies are Hispanic or Latino and 7.5% of nannies are Black or African American.
- White, 60.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.0%
- Black or African American, 7.5%
- Asian, 7.3%
- Unknown, 6.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Nanny Race
| Nanny Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.5% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 6.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Nanny race and ethnicity over time
See how nanny racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Nanny race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.03% | 11.46% | 5.78% | 14.77% |
| 2011 | 64.58% | 12.11% | 5.66% | 14.18% |
| 2012 | 63.96% | 11.43% | 5.81% | 15.44% |
| 2013 | 64.99% | 10.82% | 6.03% | 14.61% |
| 2014 | 65.18% | 10.54% | 6.16% | 14.69% |
| 2015 | 65.42% | 10.27% | 6.00% | 14.84% |
| 2016 | 65.46% | 10.00% | 5.92% | 15.14% |
| 2017 | 64.37% | 9.63% | 6.29% | 15.85% |
| 2018 | 65.12% | 8.29% | 6.46% | 16.38% |
| 2019 | 64.43% | 7.88% | 7.13% | 16.90% |
| 2020 | 62.34% | 8.51% | 7.13% | 16.41% |
| 2021 | 60.02% | 7.53% | 7.29% | 18.01% |
Nanny wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american nannies have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown nannies have the lowest average salary at $41,780.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,780 |
| White | $43,377 |
| Black or African American | $45,531 |
| Asian | $44,767 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,502 |
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Average nanny age
See how the average age of nannies varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Nanny age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 38 | 37 |
| Unknown | 27 | 30 |
| Asian | 45 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32 | 37 |
| White | 30 | 33 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36.5 |
Nanny age breakdown
The average age of nannies is 40+ years years old, representing 41% of the nanny population.
Nanny age breakdown
| Nanny Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 41% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 33% |
Nanny educational attainment
The most common degree for nannies is bachelor's degree, with 50% of nannies earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 22% and high school diploma degree at 17%.
- Bachelor's, 50%
- High School Diploma, 22%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Nannies by degree level
| Nanny Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 50% |
| High School Diploma | 22% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Nanny wage gap by degree level
According to the data, nannies with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $50,874 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, nannies earn a median annual income of $45,465 compared to $42,625 for nannies with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,874 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,254 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,465 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,625 |
Nanny employment statistics
Most nannies work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where nannies work
Below, you can see the size of companies where nannies work.
Nanny jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Nanny jobs by company type
Employees with the nanny job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most nannies prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Nanny jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 5% |
Nanny jobs by industry
The most common industries for nannies are manufacturing, professional and retail.
Nanny industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 13% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Hospitality | 9% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Government | 5% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Nanny turnover and employment statistics
Nanny unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for nannies between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Nanny unemployment rate by year
| Year | Nanny Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.35% |
| 2011 | 11.13% |
| 2012 | 10.51% |
| 2013 | 9.62% |
| 2014 | 9.07% |
| 2015 | 7.51% |
| 2016 | 6.86% |
| 2017 | 6.65% |
| 2018 | 6.02% |
| 2019 | 5.45% |
| 2020 | 9.58% |
| 2021 | 9.30% |
Average nanny tenure
The average nanny stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 125,561 nannies resumes in Zippia's database.
Nanny tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Nanny LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of nannies that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nanny | 4.43% | - |
| Tattoo Artist | 5.80% | 3,642 |
| Home Care Giver | 6.73% | 193,360 |
| Recreation Leader | 8.12% | 35,684 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
| Fitness Director | 13.13% | 9,837 |
Similar nanny jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoo Artist | 5.80% | 3,642 |
| Home Care Giver | 6.73% | 193,360 |
| Recreation Leader | 8.12% | 35,684 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
| Fitness Director | 13.13% | 9,837 |
Foreign languages spoken by nannies
The most common foreign language among nannies is Spanish at 64.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.5% and German is the third-most popular at 4.4%.
- Spanish, 64.8%
- French, 11.5%
- German, 4.4%
- Portuguese, 3.8%
- Italian, 3.0%
- Other, 12.5%
Nanny languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.8% |
| French | 11.5% |
| German | 4.4% |
| Portuguese | 3.8% |
| Italian | 3.0% |
| Other | 12.5% |