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Florida’s Premier Agency • Est. 2003
Florida’s Most Trusted
Florida’s Most Trusted
Nanny & Household Staffing Agency
23 years of elite placement experience. Serving Florida’s most discerning homes for over 23 years. From Miami to Jacksonville, we connect families with extraordinary nannies, newborn care specialists, and household managers backed by over two decades of expertise.
23+Years of Excellence
1 in 50Candidates Accepted
5×Award-Winning Agency
12Florida Metro Markets
What Our Families Say
Trusted by Families Across the Southeast
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“Peace of mind!!! I don’t have to worry about finding a suitable person to watch over my children while I travel for work. They screened every candidate and only sent me the very best ones. The staff is wonderful to work with!!”
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“Dream Nannies provided a service that cannot be measured when looking for someone to care for your most precious gift in the world — children. Fast, professional, excellent candidates. WORTH EVERY PENNY.”
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“We could not be happier. She is the perfect addition to our family. Thank you SO much!!”
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What We Place
Full-Service Household Staffing Across Florida
From Miami Beach’s luxury estates to Palm Beach’s historic mansions, we place every household staffing role with the same meticulous standard.
Professional Nanny
$25 – $45 / hr
Newborn Care Specialist
$35 – $60 / hr
Household Manager
$90k – $140k+
Housekeeper
$28 – $42 / hr
Personal Assistant
$60k – $95k / yr
2026 Salary Guide
2026 Florida Household Staffing Salary Guide
Florida’s household staffing market is driven by Miami’s international wealth, Palm Beach’s estate corridor, and the growing professional communities of Tampa and Orlando. Rates below reflect current market conditions across the state’s major metros.
| Position | Entry Level | Experienced | Premium / Specialist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Nanny | $25 – $30/hr | $30 – $38/hr | $38 – $45/hr | Rates scale with specialized education, bilingual fluency, and extensive travel requirements. |
| Newborn Care Specialist | $35 – $40/hr | $40 – $50/hr | $50 – $60/hr | Certified NCS professionals with sleep conditioning expertise command the highest tier. |
| Housekeeper | $28 – $30/hr | $30 – $36/hr | $36 – $42/hr | Formal estate experience, fine wardrobe care, and museum-quality cleaning reflect premium rates. |
| Household Manager | $90,000/yr | $110,000 – $130,000/yr | $140,000+/yr | Multi-property oversight, staff management, and complex project coordination drive top-tier salaries. |
| Personal Assistant | $60,000/yr | $70,000 – $85,000/yr | $90,000+/yr | Executive-level support requiring 24/7 availability and complex travel logistics. |
Florida Tax NoteFlorida has no state income tax, making it attractive for household employees. However, employers must still pay federal FICA taxes, FUTA, and Florida reemployment tax (SUI). The 2024 FUTA wage base is $7,000 per employee.
Overtime & FLSAUnder federal FLSA, household employees working more than 40 hours per week must receive overtime at 1.5× their regular rate. Live-in employees have different overtime provisions. Consult a CPA for your specific arrangement.
South Florida Market PremiumSouth Florida’s most sought-after communities — Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Palm Beach, and Boca Raton — reflect a highly competitive talent market where exceptional household professionals are in significant demand.
DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this guide, including salary ranges and tax thresholds, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. While Georgia’s Dream Nannies strives for accuracy, market rates fluctuate and individual tax responsibilities vary. Always consult with a qualified CPA or employment attorney regarding your specific household employment needs and compliance with state and federal laws.
The Heart of Dream Nannies
A Founder’s Vision, A Team’s Dedication
Dream Nannies was founded in 2003 with a singular conviction: that every family deserves household staff they can trust completely. Our founder’s vision established the standard — but it is our seasoned team of placement experts who bring that vision to life for every family we serve.
While our founder provides the strategic direction and cultural standard that defines Dream Nannies, our experienced placement coordinators handle the intensive day-to-day work of candidate sourcing, deep-dive vetting, family consultation, and placement curation.
We are a boutique agency by design. We deliberately limit our caseload so that every family receives the focused attention their search deserves. When you work with Dream Nannies, you are not a ticket in a queue — you are a family whose trust we have earned and intend to keep.
23+
Years Serving Florida Families
1 in 50
Candidate Acceptance Rate
5×
Award-Winning Agency
12
Florida Metro Markets Served
Our Standard
The Dream Nannies Standard
At Dream Nannies, we don’t just screen — we curate peace of mind. With 23 years of expertise, our proprietary, multi-layered protocol far exceeds industry standards to ensure absolute privacy and security for your home.
Proprietary Multi-Point Screening
Our screening protocol goes far beyond standard background checks, evaluating every dimension of a candidate’s professional character and personal integrity.
Deep-Dive Reference Verification
We conduct direct, in-depth conversations with professional references — not automated forms — to verify the quality and consistency of every candidate’s work history.
Comprehensive Digital & Professional Audits
Our team investigates the details that automated databases miss, including digital footprint analysis and professional history verification, to ensure every placement is a safe and seamless fit.
To protect our exclusive network and security measures, full vetting details are shared exclusively during your Private Discovery Call.
Only 1 in 50 applicants earns placement in our active candidate network.
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Hub & Spoke
Specific Metro Areas We Serve in Florida
Dream Nannies serves Florida’s most prestigious communities — from Miami’s luxury waterfront estates to Palm Beach’s historic mansions and Tampa Bay’s growing executive neighborhoods.
Miami
Coral Gables • Coconut Grove • Brickell
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Palm Beach
Palm Beach Island • West Palm Beach • Wellington
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Fort Lauderdale
Las Olas • Weston • Coral Springs
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Naples
Port Royal • Pelican Bay • Marco Island
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Tampa
South Tampa • Hyde Park • Westchase
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Orlando
Winter Park • Dr. Phillips • Lake Nona
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Sarasota
Siesta Key • Longboat Key • Bird Key
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Jacksonville
Ponte Vedra • San Marco • Avondale
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Don’t see your city listed? We likely serve it. Reach out and let us know where you are — our reach extends throughout Florida.
FAQ
Florida Household Staffing — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions from Florida families about nanny costs, taxes, household manager salaries, and our placement process.
In Florida, professional nanny rates typically range from $25 to $45 per hour depending on experience, certifications, and location. In premium South Florida neighborhoods such as Palm Beach, Coral Gables, and Miami Beach, rates for highly experienced nannies can reach $45 to $60 per hour.
Household Manager salaries in Miami range from $90,000 to $140,000 or more annually, depending on the scope of responsibilities, number of properties managed, and staff supervised. In ultra-luxury Palm Beach and Miami Beach estates, compensation packages including benefits can exceed $175,000.
Yes. While Florida has no state income tax, you must still withhold and pay federal Social Security and Medicare taxes (FICA), pay federal unemployment tax (FUTA), and comply with Florida reemployment tax (SUI) obligations. We strongly recommend consulting a CPA or household payroll service.
Newborn Care Specialists (NCS) in Florida typically charge $35 to $60 per hour for overnight or daytime care. Weekly rates for a full-time NCS range from $1,500 to $3,500 depending on experience, certifications, and whether the placement is live-in or live-out.
Yes. Dream Nannies serves families throughout Palm Beach, including Palm Beach Island, West Palm Beach, Wellington, and surrounding communities. Palm Beach’s concentration of ultra-high-net-worth households creates strong demand for our elite placement services.
The typical placement timeline for a nanny in Florida is 2 to 6 weeks from the initial consultation to a confirmed placement. Complex placements — such as live-in positions, bilingual nannies, or Household Managers — may take 4 to 8 weeks.
Yes. Miami’s international community creates exceptional demand for bilingual nannies, particularly Spanish-English, Portuguese-English, and French-English speakers. Our network includes experienced bilingual nannies across all of our Florida service areas.
At Dream Nannies, we don’t just screen — we curate peace of mind. Our proprietary, multi-layered protocol includes Proprietary Multi-Point Screening, Deep-Dive Reference Verification, and Comprehensive Digital & Professional Audits. Full vetting details are shared exclusively during your Private Discovery Call.
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Serving premium childcare needs across Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Boca Raton, Palm Beach, Naples, and all of South Florida.
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