A professional nanny at home costs on average between €15 and €25 gross per hour in Belgium in 2026, depending on experience, region, and tasks. Net costs for families are significantly lower thanks to tax benefits and service vouchers. In this guide, we explain all costs transparently.
A nanny costs on average between €15 and €25 gross per hour in Belgium. This is the amount before social contributions and taxes. The exact rate depends on several factors we discuss below.
For a full-time nanny (38 hours per week), this amounts to a monthly gross of €2,470 to €4,120. As an employer, you pay employer contributions of approximately 25% on top of this.
In Flanders, rates are on average 5-10% higher than in Wallonia, with the highest rates in the Antwerp and Brussels regions.
The cost of a nanny is determined by experience, region, number of hours, task scope, and the chosen employment formula. Each of these factors can significantly influence the hourly rate.
Nannies with a degree in childcare, pedagogy, or nursing, and with proven work experience, justifiably charge a higher rate. Certificates such as pediatric first aid or training in positive parenting also increase value.
In urban areas (Antwerp, Ghent, Brussels), rates are higher due to higher living costs and greater demand. In rural areas of Flanders, rates are typically lower.
More hours per week often means a lower hourly rate. A nanny working 38 hours costs less per hour than someone coming 10 hours per week. Minimum hours for payroll through Nanny's is 13 hours per week.
A nanny who only does childcare costs less than someone who also handles household tasks, cooking, groceries, and administration. The broader the task scope, the higher the rate.
Evening work, weekend work, or last-minute availability increase the rate. Fixed schedules are more economical.
The net amount you actually pay as a family is 30-50% lower than the gross hourly rate thanks to tax deductions and subsidies. This makes a nanny at home more affordable than many families think.
The nanny's gross salary + employer contributions (approx. 25%) + any insurance. With a gross hourly wage of €20, you effectively pay about €25 per hour as an employer.
A nanny working 20 hours per week at €20 gross/hour:
This amounts to an effective hourly rate of about €21 including employer contributions but after tax benefit.
There are two ways to employ a nanny in Belgium: via payroll (the nanny is employed by an agency) or self-managed (you are the employer yourself). Both formulas have pros and cons.
At Nanny's, we offer both formulas and help you choose based on your situation.
Belgian families can recover up to 45% of childcare costs through tax benefits. This makes professional childcare at home much more affordable.
You receive a tax reduction of €15.70 per care day per child (2026 amount). This applies to children up to 14 years (up to 21 years with a severe disability). You need a tax certificate issued by the care provider.
In Flanders, you can receive a childcare allowance through the Groeipakket. This allowance is income-dependent and can amount to several hundred euros per month per child.
For household tasks (cleaning, ironing, laundry) you can use service vouchers. A service voucher costs €10 per hour in Flanders, of which you get 20% back through tax reduction (effective cost: €8/hour). Note: service vouchers do not apply to childcare, only household tasks.
Some employers offer a contribution to childcare costs as an extra-legal benefit. Check with your HR department.
A nanny is more expensive per hour than daycare or a childminder, but offers significantly more flexibility and personal attention. For families with multiple children, a nanny can even be cheaper.
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