Au Pair in America
Parent Rankings Score
9.2/ 10 · Editorially reviewed
America's original au pair program — depth, trust, and support
$19,500–$23,500/year
Why We Like It
Au Pair in America invented the modern au pair program and their nearly four decades of experience shows. Their cluster coordinator model — where local staff organize social events and wellness check-ins for au pairs — significantly improves retention and satisfaction.
Editor's Verdict
Best Overall in au pair agencies.
9.2/10
Pros & Cons
Pros
- First US Department of State-approved au pair program (founded 1986)
- 100,000+ au pairs successfully placed — unmatched track record
- Strong local cluster coordinators for on-the-ground family support
Cons
- Slightly smaller candidate pool than the largest agency
- Matching interface could benefit from modern UX upgrades
Score Breakdown
Safety
9.5
Value
8.8
Ease
9.1
Quality
9.3
Overall Score
9.2
Agencies were ranked on au pair vetting and screening quality, matching process and timeline, ongoing family and au pair support, training programs, and total cost transparency.
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