Household Runner jobs in New York City, NY typically pay $20–$31 an hour (about $3,450–$5,350 a month full time). Most positions are live-out, with a usual schedule of part-time or full-time weekdays. Employers ask for driving licence and own car often required and a criminal background check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in New York City.
- Typical pay
- $20–$31
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- $3,450–$5,350
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Rare
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Part-time or full-time weekdays
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open household runner positions in New York City
No open position is listed for New York City today. New household runner jobs are added as families hire. Register once and we will match you to the next opening near you.
Register as a Household RunnerAbout household runner jobs in New York City
A household runner takes care of a busy household’s errands, deliveries, appointments and small admin 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
- Run errands and collect deliveries
- Book and wait for tradespeople
- Shop for groceries and gifts
- Drop off and collect dry-cleaning
- Keep receipts and a task list
Household Runner 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 household runner 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 household runner
- 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
- Driving licence and own car often required
- Organisation and reliability
- Smartphone and messaging skills
- Background check
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?
Most household runner roles in New York City are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days. Ask whether travel time between homes, evenings or weekends are paid at a higher rate.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your household runner 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 household runner earn in New York City, NY?
Household Runner jobs in New York City, NY typically pay $20–$31 an hour (about $3,450–$5,350 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in household runner jobs in New York City?
Most positions are live-out. Most household runner roles in New York City are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days.
What do I need to work as a household runner in USA?
Employers ask for driving licence and own car often required, organisation and reliability and a criminal background check. You must also have the right to work in United States.
What does a household runner do day to day?
A household runner takes care of a busy household’s errands, deliveries, appointments and small admin tasks. Typical duties include run errands and collect deliveries, book and wait for tradespeople, shop for groceries and gifts.
How do I apply for household runner 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 household runner work?
A typical schedule is part-time or full-time weekdays. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.