Nannies Salary in California
Nannies in California earn a median of $40,020 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Childcare Workers”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,020
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 52,780
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,340; the top 10% earn over $52,670. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$47,400 median in California
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$60,300 median in California
- Childcare Workers$40,020 median in California
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$82,550 median in California
- Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists$124,510 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Psychiatric Aides$47,500 median in California
Nannies pay in California
How much do nannies make in California?
The median is $40,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,340 and the top 10% earn over $52,670. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for nannies?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 51 (+14% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.