Domestic Helper jobs in New York City, NY typically pay $18–$28 an hour (about $3,100–$4,850 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 5–6 days a week. Employers ask for household work experience and a criminal background check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in New York City.
- Typical pay
- $18–$28
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- $3,100–$4,850
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- 5–6 days a week
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open domestic helper positions in New York City
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Register as a Domestic HelperAbout domestic helper jobs in New York City
A domestic helper is an all-round helper who supports a family with cleaning, laundry, cooking and childcare tasks. In New York City, NY, these roles are offered by private households across New York Metropolitan Area, from busy professional couples to large multi-generation homes.
New York City is known for Wall Street finance, media, fashion, advertising, and tech, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Google, Deloitte, and thousands of global firms. New York City is the financial capital of the world with over $1 trillion in daily financial transactions.
Main duties
- Clean and tidy the home
- Do laundry and ironing
- Help prepare meals
- Support childcare or elderly care when agreed
- Run small errands
Domestic Helper pay in New York City
Household incomes in New York City are shaped by an average local salary of around $88,000, which is why domestic helper pay here sits above the USA average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a domestic helper
- 7:30Morning chores
- 9:30Errands & deliveries
- 12:00Lunch support
- 14:00Cleaning & repairs help
- 17:00Evening tasks
Why work in New York City?
The local job market is growing at 2.5% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to New York City.
New York City is often described as “World's Financial and Media Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Household work experience
- Flexibility across tasks
- Honesty and references
- Right to work in the country
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 domestic helper roles in New York City 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
- Register
Create your profile with your domestic helper experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete USA right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a domestic helper earn in New York City, NY?
Domestic Helper jobs in New York City, NY typically pay $18–$28 an hour (about $3,100–$4,850 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in domestic helper jobs in New York City?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in domestic helper roles in New York City 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 domestic helper in USA?
Employers ask for household work experience, flexibility across tasks and a criminal background check. You must also have the right to work in United States.
What does a domestic helper do day to day?
A domestic helper is an all-round helper who supports a family with cleaning, laundry, cooking and childcare tasks. Typical duties include clean and tidy the home, do laundry and ironing, help prepare meals.
How do I apply for domestic helper jobs in New York City on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in New York City hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a domestic helper work?
A typical schedule is 5–6 days a week. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.