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Texas’s Premier Agency • Est. 2003
Texas’s Most Trusted
Texas’s Most Trusted
Nanny & Household Staffing Agency
23 years of elite placement experience. From Dallas’s Park Cities to Houston’s River Oaks, Austin’s Westlake Hills to San Antonio’s Alamo Heights, we connect Texas’s most discerning families with extraordinary household professionals.
23+Years of Excellence
1 in 50Candidates Accepted
5×Award-Winning Agency
5Texas Metro Markets
What Our Families Say
Trusted by Texas Families
★★★★★
“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!!”
★★★★★
“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.”
★★★★★
“We could not be happier. She is the perfect addition to our family. Thank you SO much!!”
What We Place
Full-Service Household Staffing Across Texas
From Highland Park’s grand estates to The Woodlands’ executive communities, we place every household staffing role with the same meticulous standard that has defined Dream Nannies for over two decades.
Professional Nanny
$22 – $40 / hr
Newborn Care Specialist
$30 – $55 / hr
Household Manager
$85k – $130k+
Housekeeper
$25 – $38 / hr
Personal Assistant
$55k – $90k / yr
2026 Texas Household Staffing Salary Guide
Texas’s household staffing market is shaped by Dallas’s concentrated wealth corridor, Houston’s energy-sector executives, Austin’s booming tech economy, and the state’s favorable tax climate. Rates below reflect current market conditions across the state’s major metros.
| Position | Entry Level | Experienced | Premium / Specialist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Nanny | $22 – $28/hr | $28 – $35/hr | $35 – $40+/hr | Highland Park, River Oaks, and Westlake Hills command top-tier rates; bilingual fluency adds 15–20%. |
| Newborn Care Specialist | $30 – $38/hr | $38 – $48/hr | $48 – $55/hr | Certified NCS professionals with sleep conditioning and multiples experience command premium rates. |
| Housekeeper | $25 – $28/hr | $28 – $33/hr | $33 – $38/hr | Estate-level experience, fine fabric care, and formal service training drive premium compensation. |
| Household Manager | $85,000/yr | $100,000 – $120,000/yr | $130,000+/yr | Multi-property oversight across Texas ranches and urban residences commands highest salaries. |
| Personal Assistant | $55,000/yr | $65,000 – $80,000/yr | $85,000+/yr | Executive-level support requiring 24/7 availability, complex travel logistics, and discretion. |
Texas Tax AdvantageTexas has no state income tax, making it one of the most attractive states for household employees. However, employers must still pay federal FICA taxes, FUTA, and Texas 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.
Dallas & Houston PremiumThe Park Cities (Highland Park, University Park), Preston Hollow, River Oaks, and Memorial 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 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 Texas Families
1 in 50
Candidate Acceptance Rate
5×
Award-Winning Agency
5
Texas 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.
Specific Metro Areas We Serve in Texas
Dream Nannies serves Texas’s most prestigious communities — from Dallas’s Park Cities to Houston’s Memorial Villages, Austin’s Hill Country estates to Fort Worth’s Westover Hills.
Dallas
Highland Park • University Park • Preston Hollow
Explore Dallas →Houston
River Oaks • Memorial • The Woodlands
Explore Houston →Austin
Westlake Hills • Tarrytown • Lakeway
Explore Austin →San Antonio
Alamo Heights • The Dominion • Terrell Hills
Explore San Antonio →Fort Worth
Westover Hills • Southlake • Colleyville
Explore Fort Worth →
Don’t see your city listed? We likely serve it. Reach out and let us know where you are — our reach extends throughout Texas.
FAQ
Texas Household Staffing — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions from Texas families about nanny costs, taxes, household manager salaries, and our placement process.
In Texas, professional nanny rates typically range from $22 to $40 per hour depending on experience, certifications, and location. In premium neighborhoods such as Highland Park, River Oaks, and Westlake Hills, rates for highly experienced nannies can reach $40 to $50 per hour.
Household Manager salaries in Dallas range from $85,000 to $130,000 or more annually, depending on the scope of responsibilities, number of properties managed, and staff supervised. In ultra-luxury Park Cities and Preston Hollow estates, compensation packages including benefits can exceed $150,000.
Yes. While Texas 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 Texas Unemployment Insurance (SUI) obligations. We strongly recommend consulting a CPA or household payroll service.
Newborn Care Specialists (NCS) in Texas typically charge $30 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 Houston, including River Oaks, Memorial, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, West University Place, and surrounding communities. Houston’s concentration of energy-sector executives and medical professionals creates strong demand for our elite placement services.
The typical placement timeline for a nanny in Texas 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. Texas’s diverse population creates exceptional demand for bilingual nannies, particularly Spanish-English speakers. Our network includes experienced bilingual nannies across all of our Texas service areas, from Dallas to San Antonio.
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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