Is a nanny or daycare cheaper in Virginia Beach, VA?

In Virginia Beach, VA, infant center daycare costs approximately $1,130/month versus $2,600/month for a full-time nanny — a difference of $1,470/month. For one child, daycare is typically less expensive. For two children under 3, a nanny is often cost-competitive since daycare charges per child.

What is the average nanny hourly rate in Virginia Beach, VA?

The effective hourly rate for a full-time nanny in Virginia Beach, VA is approximately $18.5/hour in 2026, including gross wages plus employer payroll taxes. The BLS OEWS median hourly wage for childcare workers in this metro area is $14.5/hour. Experienced nannies with CPR certification, formal ECE training, or bilingual skills typically earn $2–5/hour above these figures.

Nanny Cost in Virginia Beach, VA (2026)

BLS wage data, hourly rates, and daycare comparison

A full-time nanny in Virginia Beach, VA costs approximately $2,600/month. 4% below national avg. Military and tourism families. Below NoVA/DC suburb rates.

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Virginia Beach, VA nanny cost summary (2026)

Monthly Cost

$2,600

4% below national avg

Annual Cost

$31,200

Full-time, live-out

Hourly Rate

$18.5/hr

Family cost incl. taxes

BLS Median Wage

$14.5/hr

SOC 39-9011 metro area

Daycare (Infant)

$1,130

Center-based, monthly

Nanny vs. Daycare

+$1,470

Extra per month, 1 child

Source: BLS OEWS metro-area median wage for childcare workers (SOC 39-9011, 2023). The nanny hourly figure is our estimate: that median plus a private-household premium and employer payroll taxes. It is not from a survey of nanny families. Infant daycare figure: the same record as our city cost page.

Virginia Beach, VA vs. National Average

Metric	Virginia Beach, VA	National Avg	Difference
Monthly cost	$2,600	$2,700	-$100
Annual cost	$31,200	$32,400	-$1,200
Daycare (infant)	$1,130	$1,230	-$100

What Drives Nanny Costs in Virginia Beach, VA?

• Large Navy/military community (Joint Base)
• Tourism/hospitality families
• VA minimum wage $12/hr
• Below Northern Virginia rates
• Seasonal demand fluctuations

Nanny vs. Daycare in Virginia Beach, VA

Nanny (1 child)

$2,600/mo

Daycare (infant)

$1,130/mo

2 daycare spots

$2,260/mo

Nanny care costs $1,470/month more for one child. For two children sharing a nanny, the cost gap narrows significantly.

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Common Questions About Nanny Costs in Virginia Beach, VA

How much does a nanny cost in Virginia Beach, VA?

A full-time live-out nanny in Virginia Beach, VA costs approximately $2,600/month in 2026 — $31,200/year. That's 4% below national avg of $2,700/month nationally. Hourly cost to the family is ~$18.5/hr.

What is the nanny hourly rate in Virginia Beach, VA?

The effective hourly cost for a nanny in Virginia Beach, VA is approximately $18.5/hr in 2026. The BLS OEWS metro-area median for childcare workers (SOC 39-9011) is $14.5/hr. Private-household nannies typically earn $4.0/hr above this median.

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