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South Carolina’s Premier Agency • Est. 2003
South Carolina’s Most Trusted
South Carolina’s Most Trusted
Nanny & Household Staffing Agency
23 years of elite placement experience. Now serving South Carolina’s most discerning homes. From Charleston to Hilton Head, we connect families with extraordinary nannies, newborn care specialists, and household managers backed by over two decades of expertise.
23+Years Serving the Southeast
1 in 50Candidates Accepted
5×Award-Winning Agency
5SC Metro Markets
What We Place
Full-Service Household Staffing Across South Carolina
From Charleston’s historic estates to Hilton Head’s luxury resort communities, we place every household staffing role with the same meticulous standard.
Professional Nanny
$22 – $40 / hr
Newborn Care Specialist
$32 – $55 / hr
Household Manager
$95k – $140k+
Housekeeper
$20 – $32 / hr
Personal Assistant
$50k – $85k / yr
2026 Salary Guide
2026 South Carolina Household Staffing Salary Guide
South Carolina’s household staffing market is anchored by Charleston’s historic wealth and Hilton Head’s resort community, with growing demand from relocating executives and established coastal families. Rates below reflect current market conditions across the state’s major metros.
| Position | Entry Level | Experienced | Premium / Specialist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Nanny | $22 – $26/hr | $28 – $35/hr | $36 – $40/hr | South of Broad / Hilton Head premium applies |
| Newborn Care Specialist | $32 – $38/hr | $40 – $48/hr | $50 – $55/hr | Overnight rates; NCS-certified commands top tier |
| Housekeeper | $20 – $24/hr | $25 – $29/hr | $30 – $32/hr | Estate housekeepers in South of Broad at premium |
| Household Manager | $95,000/yr | $110,000 – $125,000/yr | $130,000 – $140,000+/yr | Multi-property or staff management commands top tier |
| Personal Assistant | $50,000/yr | $60,000 – $72,000/yr | $75,000 – $85,000+/yr | Executive PA with travel management at premium |
South Carolina Tax NoteSouth Carolina has a top marginal state income tax rate of 6.5%. Household employers must withhold SC state income tax and pay state unemployment insurance (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.
Charleston & Hilton Head PremiumCharleston’s South of Broad neighborhood and Hilton Head’s Palmetto Bluff and Sea Pines communities consistently command 15–25% above statewide averages due to the concentration of high-net-worth seasonal and permanent residents.
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 SC Families
1 in 50
Candidate Acceptance Rate
5×
Award-Winning Agency
5
SC 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 South Carolina
Dream Nannies serves South Carolina’s most prestigious communities — from Charleston’s historic South of Broad to Hilton Head’s luxury resort communities and Columbia’s growing executive neighborhoods.
Charleston
South of Broad • Mount Pleasant • Daniel Island
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Hilton Head
Sea Pines • Palmetto Bluff • Bluffton
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Columbia
Forest Acres • Shandon • Harbison
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Greenville
Augusta Road • North Main • Travelers Rest
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Mount Pleasant
I’On • Dunes West • Rivertowne
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Bluffton
Palmetto Bluff • Berkeley Hall • Hampton Hall
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FAQ
South Carolina Household Staffing — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions from South Carolina families about nanny costs, taxes, household manager salaries, and our placement process.
In South Carolina, professional nanny rates typically range from $22 to $40 per hour depending on experience, certifications, and location. In premium Charleston neighborhoods such as South of Broad and Mount Pleasant, and Hilton Head resort communities, rates for highly experienced nannies can reach $40 to $50 per hour.
Household Manager salaries in Charleston range from $95,000 to $140,000 or more annually, depending on the scope of responsibilities, number of properties managed, and staff supervised. In ultra-luxury South of Broad estates and Hilton Head resort properties, compensation packages including benefits can exceed $160,000.
Yes. If you pay a household employee $2,700 or more in a calendar year (2024 federal threshold), you are required to withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes (FICA), pay federal unemployment tax (FUTA), and comply with South Carolina state income tax withholding requirements.
Newborn Care Specialists (NCS) in South Carolina typically charge $32 to $55 per hour for overnight or daytime care. Weekly rates for a full-time NCS range from $1,400 to $3,200 depending on experience, certifications, and whether the placement is live-in or live-out.
Yes. Dream Nannies serves families throughout Hilton Head, including Sea Pines, Palmetto Bluff, and Bluffton. Hilton Head’s concentration of seasonal and permanent high-net-worth residents creates strong demand for our elite placement services.
The typical placement timeline for a nanny in South Carolina 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. Dream Nannies serves families throughout Greenville, including Augusta Road, North Main, and surrounding communities. Greenville’s growing professional population and influx of corporate relocations create strong demand for experienced nannies and household staff.
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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