Utah Nanny Agency: Finding a Trusted Nanny Along the Wasatch Front
A lot of Utah parents find us after weeks on the apps with nothing to show for it. The Family Care Collective is a small, family-owned nanny agency. Mario and I place nannies with families along the Wasatch Front, and we do the searching, screening and interviewing so you only meet people worth your time.
Where we place nannies in Utah
Salt Lake City, including the Avenues, Sugar House and the East Bench. See our Salt Lake City nanny agency page.
Holladay, Millcreek and Cottonwood Heights
Sandy, Draper and South Jordan
Lehi and northern Utah County
Bountiful and Farmington
Outside those areas? Send us a note and we'll be straight with you about whether we can help.
What Utah families should know before hiring
Utah is simpler than some states for household employers, but there are still a few things to get right:
Federal taxes: Once you pay a nanny $3,000 or more in 2026, you owe Social Security and Medicare taxes on her wages.
Unemployment taxes: Federal and Utah unemployment taxes generally apply once you pay $1,000 or more in wages in a calendar quarter.
Workers' compensation: Utah requires coverage for domestic workers who work 40 or more hours a week for the same family.
Time off: Utah doesn't require paid sick leave, but most experienced nannies expect some paid time off. Offering it is one of the easiest ways to keep a great nanny.
For a deeper dive into Utah pay, taxes and benefits, read our guide to hiring a nanny in Salt Lake City.
The kinds of nannies we place
Full-time nannies for families who need steady, everyday care.
Part-time and after-school nannies, including roles under 20 hours a week.
Special needs nannies with real experience supporting kids with different learning, medical or behavioral needs.
Newborn and infant care for the first months.
House managers and family assistants for busy households that need more than childcare.
What a nanny costs in Utah
Most Utah families we work with pay between $25 and $35 an hour, depending on experience, hours and how many kids are home. House managers usually start around $32 to $40 an hour.
How it works with us
We talk first. A consultation about your kids, your routines and what matters to you.
We search. We recruit locally and reach out to nannies we already know.
We screen. Every candidate is interviewed by our team. We call references from past families and run a background check before you meet anyone.
You meet a short list. Usually a video call, then a paid trial day with the nanny you like most.
We help you make the offer. Pay, a written nanny agreement and a plan for the first few weeks.
Common questions
Do you only work in Salt Lake City?
No. We place nannies up and down the Wasatch Front, and we work with families nationwide.
Can you find an after-school or part-time nanny?
Yes. Part-time roles, including ones under 20 hours a week, are a good fit for us.
Does the nanny work for the agency or for us?
She works for your family. We handle the search and the match.
Tell us about your family
If you're looking for a nanny anywhere in Utah, start with our family application. Mario or I will follow up personally. We also place nannies in Colorado and Idaho, and with families nationwide.
This page is general information, not tax or legal advice. Rules change, so check with a CPA or a nanny payroll service before you hire.
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