Caregiver in Orlando, FL — Find a Trusted Caregiver

Quick answer: A caregiver in Orlando, FL typically costs $19.83–$25.19 per hour in 2026 (Care.com, November 2026). On Famyle, families post the job for free, local caregivers apply,, and you get each applicant's phone and WhatsApp right away. You hire directly and agree on pay and schedule.

How much does a caregiver cost in Orlando?

What	Value	Source
Median hourly wage, Home health and personal care aides (Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area)	$16.40	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Mean hourly wage	$16.52	BLS OEWS, May 2025
People employed in this occupation	8,260	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Typical rate families pay (market average range)	$19.83–$25.19/hr	Care.com cost data, November 2026
Florida minimum wage	$15.00/hr	Since September 30, 2026

Sources: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics · Care.com cost of care · Florida minimum wage. Wages are what employers report to the BLS; what a family pays a private professional is usually higher.

What a caregiver does

Companionship and conversation through the day
Help with bathing, dressing and getting around the house
Meal preparation and reminders to eat and drink
Medication reminders (not medical care)
Light housekeeping and laundry
Rides to appointments, errands and grocery runs

What to ask before you hire

Experience with older adults and with conditions like dementia, Parkinson's or limited mobility
CPR and first-aid training
Which days and hours they can cover, including nights or weekends
References from other families they cared for
Whether they drive and have their own car
How they would handle an emergency or a fall

Hiring legally in Florida

A caregiver who works in your home on a schedule you set is usually your household employee. In 2026, if you pay one household employee $3,000 or more in cash wages in the year, you owe Social Security and Medicare taxes (IRS Publication 926). Florida has no state income tax. Medical tasks such as injections or wound care call for a licensed nurse or home health agency. See our guide: how to hire a household employee in Florida.

How Famyle works

Post your job for free.
Local professionals apply to you; the closest ones show first.
You get each applicant's phone and WhatsApp and talk directly.
Hire directly: you agree on pay and schedule with the professional.
It's free: posting, receiving applications and contacting professionals.

Why families choose Famyle

Free. No subscription to see or contact professionals.
Real jobs only. Every job on Famyle is posted by a real family — no filler listings.
You talk directly. When a professional applies, you get her phone and WhatsApp right away. Ask for references, as with anyone you hire.
Closest first. The professionals nearest to you show first.
English, Spanish and Portuguese. Find a bilingual nanny or cleaner.
A small team that listens. Tell us what's missing and we fix it fast — usually the same week.

Post your caregiver job in Orlando — free

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a caregiver cost in Orlando, FL?

Families in the Orlando area typically pay $19.83 to $25.19 per hour (Care.com, November 2026). The BLS median wage for home health and personal care aides in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area is $16.40/hour (May 2025), and the Florida minimum wage is $15.00/hour.

Is Famyle available in Orlando?

Yes. Post your job for free. If we don't have enough caregivers in your area yet, we'll look for them and contact you as soon as we have candidates.

Is Famyle free?

Yes. Posting a job, receiving applications and contacting professionals is free. No subscription, no fees.

Caregiver or home care agency?

An agency sends caregivers and handles payroll and replacements, but adds its margin and may send different people. Hiring a caregiver directly usually costs less and your parent sees the same person every time.

Can a caregiver give medication?

A caregiver can remind your parent to take medication and help organize it. Giving injections or other medical care calls for a licensed nurse or home health agency.

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Last updated 2026-11-07. Are you a caregiver? See caregiver jobs in Orlando.