The cost of child care increases everywhere in France. But depending on the departments, prices can vary strongly. Here is the detail.
Having your children keep, whether by a nanny, a childminder or an occasional babysitter, represents a significant cost for families. In 2025, the salaries of maternal assistants and children’s guards increased again, at a faster pace than inflation, according to the figures of the Home Employment Observatory published by the FEPEM this July 15, 2025. And once again, according to the professions and the regions, net hours vary from a few euros or cents. Here is the details of the wages practiced near you.
What is the price of a nanny at home?
According to the latest data from the Home Employment Observatory published by FEPEM, The average net hourly rate for home care at home amounts to 10.81 euros in 2025an increase of 3.1 % over a year. The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region displays the highest hourly rate at 10.94 euros. You should also know that the price varies according to several factors: the number of children to keep, the experience of the nanny, or the tasks requested. During the interview, remember to ask him for his wage expectations and offer a range on your side to facilitate discussion. When you establish the contract, clearly specify the conditions of remuneration, including allowances (meals, transport, trips), paid holidays and other possible costs. Here is the prices in force in 2025:
| Regions | Ass matt hourly wages |
| Hauts-de-France | 10.30 euros |
| Ile-de-France | 10.87 euros |
| Large east | 10.44 euros |
| Normandy | 10.53 euros |
| Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | 10.56 euros |
| Loire Valley Center | 10.61 euros |
| Pays de la Loire | 10.76 euros |
| Brittany | 10.90 euros |
| New Aquitaine | 10.80 euros |
| Occitania | 10.78 euros |
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | 10.94 euros |
| Provence-Alpes Côte d’Azur | 10.87 euros |
| Corsica | 10.50 euros |
| Guyana | 10.60 euros |
| Martinique | 10.33 euros |
| Guadeloupe | 10.54 euros |
| Reunion | 10.13 euros |
What is the average price of a maternal assistant?
In 2025, The average net hourly wage of a childminder amounts to 4.07 euros per guarded childup 3.8 % compared to 2024, according to FEPEM data. The meeting displays the highest price. To alleviate this cost, parents can receive the complement of childcare, aid paid by CAF, the amount of which varies depending on the income from the household. Here are the prices in force in 2025 per child welcomed:
| Regions | ASS matt / child hourly wages welcomed |
| Hauts-de-France | 3.88 euros |
| Ile-de-France | 4.48 euros |
| Large east | 3.94 euros |
| Normandy | 3.76 euros |
| Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | 3.79 euros |
| Center-Val de Loire | 3.84 euros |
| Pays de la Loire | 3.79 euros |
| Brittany | 3.95 euros |
| New Aquitaine | 3.97 euros |
| Occitania | 4.26 euros |
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | 4.11 euros |
| Provence-Alpes Côte d’Azur | 4.65 euros |
| Corsica | 4.91 euros |
| Guyana | 4.87 euros |
| Martinique | 4.71 euros |
| Guadeloupe | 4.63 euros |
| Reunion | 5.02 euros |
What is the time rate of a baby-sitter?
Baby-sitting being a punctual and without great continuity means, its price is the appreciation of the parents, with prior agreement with the Baby-Sitter. On average, the Price of a babysitter is around 10-11 euros per hourwith the possibility of reaching 12 euros or more depending on the region. Obviously, this can be adapted in package according to the regularity of the required guard and the schedules practiced (in the evening or late at night for example).
