Payroll for the people who make your home run
Whether you employ a nanny, housekeeper, caregiver, or gardener, PAYHROLL makes it easy to pay them legally and stay compliant with household employment taxes.
Who we help
Payroll for all types of household employees
Nannies
Full-time or part-time childcare
Housekeepers
Cleaning and home maintenance
Caregivers
Elder care and nursing aides
Private Chefs
Personal cooks and meal prep
Drivers
Personal and family drivers
Gardeners
Landscaping and yard work
Why household payroll matters
The IRS requires it
If you pay a household employee $2,700+ per year (2026), you must withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes. Failure to comply can result in penalties, back taxes, and interest.
Your employee needs a W-2
Household employees are W-2 employees, not 1099 contractors. They need proper tax documents to file their returns and qualify for benefits like Social Security.
You may qualify for tax credits
The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit can reimburse you up to $3,000-$6,000 of care expenses. But you need proper payroll records to claim it.
Everything you need
Built specifically for household employers
Simple pricing for households
+ $19/month base fee for 1-2 employees
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