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Caretaker Couple Jobs in Atlanta, GA

$33–$53 an hour · Live-in, on site

Quick answer

Caretaker Couple jobs in Atlanta, GA typically pay $33–$53 an hour (about $5,700–$9,150 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of live-in, on site. Employers ask for property care or estate experience and a criminal background check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Atlanta.

Typical pay
$33–$53
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$5,700–$9,150
about 40 hours a week
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Open caretaker couple positions in Atlanta

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About caretaker couple jobs in Atlanta

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. In Atlanta, GA, these roles are offered by private households across Metro Atlanta Area, from busy professional couples to large multi-generation homes.

Atlanta is known for financial technology, film production, logistics, and media, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as Delta Air Lines, CNN, Coca-Cola, Home Depot, NCR, and Equifax. Atlanta produces more film and TV content than any US city except Los Angeles, earning it the "Hollywood of the South" title.

Main duties

  • Maintain and secure the property
  • Look after gardens, pools and outbuildings
  • Clean and prepare the house for visits
  • Supervise contractors
  • Receive guests and deliveries

Caretaker Couple pay in Atlanta

Household incomes in Atlanta are shaped by an average local salary of around $67,000, which is why caretaker couple pay here sits close to the USA average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in AtlantaTypical pay ranges, per hour. Caretaker Couple highlighted.
Caretaker Couple$33–$53
Governess$29–$53
House Driver$17–$27
Caretaker Couple pay across USATypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
New York City$38–$62
Los Angeles$35–$57
Chicago$34–$55
Houston$33–$53
Dallas$33–$54
Miami$32–$52

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a caretaker couple

Typical day — Caretaker CoupleAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:00Breakfast & household start
  2. 9:30Cleaning & maintenance
  3. 12:30Lunch
  4. 15:00Garden, errands, laundry
  5. 18:30Dinner & lock-up

Why work in Atlanta?

The local job market is growing at 4.1% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Atlanta.

Atlanta is often described as “Hollywood of the South and Fintech Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Property care or estate experience
  • Practical maintenance skills
  • References
  • Right to work for both partners

Working in United States

  • Right to work in United States: Workers must be authorised to work in the United States, and employers complete Form I-9 to verify eligibility.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for a criminal background check, identity and Social Security verification, a motor-vehicle record for driving roles and, for childcare, a sex-offender registry search.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the federal minimum wage or the higher state and city minimum, whichever applies.
  • Contract: A written work agreement covering duties, hours, pay, overtime, paid time off, termination notice and confidentiality prevents most disputes.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in caretaker couple roles in Atlanta normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your caretaker couple experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete USA right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a caretaker couple earn in Atlanta, GA?

Caretaker Couple jobs in Atlanta, GA typically pay $33–$53 an hour (about $5,700–$9,150 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in caretaker couple jobs in Atlanta?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in caretaker couple roles in Atlanta normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a caretaker couple in USA?

Employers ask for property care or estate experience, practical maintenance skills and a criminal background check. You must also have the right to work in United States.

What does a caretaker couple do day to day?

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Typical duties include maintain and secure the property, look after gardens, pools and outbuildings, clean and prepare the house for visits.

How do I apply for caretaker couple jobs in Atlanta on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Atlanta hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a caretaker couple work?

A typical schedule is live-in, on site. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.