UAE Nanny Salary Report 2026: Real Rates from Live Profiles
What nannies in the UAE actually expect to earn in 2026, measured from active profiles rather than estimated, by emirate, arrangement and nationality.
Updated 27 October 2026 · 6 min read
The median nanny in the UAE expects AED 3,500 per month in 2026, and most expect between AED 3,000 and AED 4,500. Unlike most salary guides, these numbers are not estimates. They are the monthly salary expectations stated on 225 active nanny profiles on NannyUAE in October 2026. This page is updated as the data moves.
By emirate
| Emirate | Median / month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | AED 3,500 | 3,000 to 4,500 |
| Abu Dhabi | AED 3,500 | 3,000 to 3,500 |
| Sharjah | AED 3,000 | 2,500 to 3,500 |
| Ras Al Khaimah & Fujairah | AED 3,000 | 2,500 to 3,500 |
By arrangement
| Arrangement | Median / month | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Live-in | AED 3,500 | Accommodation and food on top of the wage |
| Live-out | AED 3,500 | Reaches 4,500+; she covers her own housing |
By nationality
Nationality tracks closely with demand. Filipino candidates, the most requested, sit highest; East African candidates expect somewhat less. Experience and references still matter more than nationality on any individual hire.
| Nationality | Median / month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Filipino | AED 3,500 | 3,300 to 4,000 |
| Sri Lankan | AED 3,250 | 3,000 to 3,800 |
| Ugandan | AED 3,000 | 2,500 to 3,500 |
| Kenyan | AED 3,000 | 2,500 to 3,500 |
How this was measured
Figures are the median and the middle half (25th to 75th percentile) of the salary each nanny states on her own profile, across 225 active profiles on NannyUAE in October 2026. Breakdowns by city and nationality use groups of at least five profiles. Publications are welcome to cite these figures with a link to this page.
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