Quick answer: Nannies in Orlando, FL typically earn $20.79–$26.36 per hour in 2026 (Care.com, November 2026). Full-time at $22 an hour, that's about $880 a week or $45,760 a year before taxes. Live-out nannies are entitled to overtime above 40 hours a week under federal law.
| Measure | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Typical nanny rate families pay | $20.79–$26.36/hr | Care.com, Nov 2026 |
| Childcare workers, median wage (all settings, incl. daycare) | $15.00/hr (mean $15.81) | BLS OEWS, Orlando metro, May 2025 |
| Florida minimum wage | $15.00/hr since Sep 30, 2026 | Florida Constitution, Art. X §24 |
Private nannies usually earn more than the childcare median, because the BLS figure includes daycare and preschool staff.
| Hourly rate | 40 hours/week | Per year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $800 | $41,600 |
| $22 | $880 | $45,760 |
| $25 | $1,000 | $52,000 |
Gross pay before taxes; simple math, not a survey.
Under the federal FLSA, a nanny who doesn't live in the family's home is entitled to overtime above 40 hours a week. If a family pays a nanny $3,000 or more in 2026, they withhold Social Security and Medicare and give the nanny a W-2 (IRS Publication 926).
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Families in Orlando typically pay nannies $20.79–$26.36 an hour (Care.com, November 2026). The BLS median for all childcare workers in the Orlando metro, including daycare staff, is $15.00 an hour (May 2025).
At $22 an hour for 40 hours a week, about $45,760 a year before taxes.
Yes, a nanny who doesn't live with the family is entitled to overtime above 40 hours a week under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.
Last updated 2026-11-07. This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice.