Commercial Cleaning Rates in 2026
In 2026, recurring commercial and office cleaning costs about $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit, most standard offices land at $0.10 to $0.18, and a typical monthly contract runs $715 to $2,800. Below is the full breakdown by building type, square footage, hour, and month, plus the formula to bid a job, compiled from published 2026 pricing data.
Per sq ft, per visit, for recurring office cleaning
Typical monthly cost for a commercial contract
Hourly rate per cleaner for commercial work
Per sq ft for medical and high-spec facilities
Commercial cleaning rates by building type
Most commercial cleaners price per square foot, then present a flat monthly number. Rates vary widely by building type because of cleaning scope, restrooms, touchpoints, and compliance.
| Building type | Typical rate |
|---|---|
| Standard office | $0.08 to $0.15 / sq ft |
| General office (recurring) | $0.10 to $0.18 / sq ft |
| Medical / dental | $0.25 to $0.35 / sq ft |
| Restaurant / industrial | $0.15 to $0.25+ / sq ft |
| Retail store | $150 to $300 per clean |
How to bid a commercial cleaning contract
Established cleaners price per square foot internally, then quote one flat monthly figure. The formula:
Monthly price = (square footage x rate per sq ft per visit) x visits per month, plus add-ons
Example: a 10,000 sq ft general office cleaned three times a week runs roughly $6,000 to $12,000 a month. Remember that labor is 50 to 60 percent of your cost, so estimate hours accurately, account for supplies, overhead, and insurance, and add for windows, carpets, or floor work.
Frequency, hourly, and monthly costs
Most offices are cleaned three to five times a week, while medical and high-traffic retail are often cleaned daily. Hourly commercial work runs $30 to $75 per cleaner, and a typical recurring contract lands between $715 and $2,800 per month, scaling with size and frequency. Commercial rates have risen roughly 8 to 12 percent since 2024 on higher labor and supply costs.
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Commercial cleaning rate FAQs
How much do commercial cleaners charge in 2026?
Recurring office cleaning runs $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit, with most standard offices at $0.10 to $0.18. Hourly work runs $30 to $75 per cleaner, and a typical monthly contract runs $715 to $2,800. Medical and specialized spaces command $0.25 to $0.35 per square foot.
How much does it cost to clean a 6,000 sq ft office?
At a typical $0.08 to $0.15 per square foot, a single visit runs about $480 to $900. Cleaned three times a week, that is roughly $6,000 to $11,000 per month, before any add-ons like carpet or window cleaning.
What is the per square foot rate for commercial cleaning?
Standard offices run $0.08 to $0.18 per square foot per visit. Medical, restaurant, and industrial spaces run higher, $0.15 to $0.35, because of touchpoint cleaning, restrooms, and compliance.
How do I bid a commercial cleaning contract?
Use this formula: monthly price = (square footage x rate per square foot per visit) x visits per month, plus add-ons. Price per square foot internally, then present a single flat monthly number to the client. Labor is 50 to 60 percent of your cost, so estimate hours accurately or the whole bid is wrong.
How often is commercial space cleaned?
Most offices are cleaned three to five times a week. Medical facilities, restaurants, and high-traffic retail are often cleaned daily, which raises the monthly total.
Methodology and sources
The ranges on this page are compiled and cross-checked from published 2026 US commercial cleaning price data, including Housecall Pro, Jobber, Buildingstars, FieldCamp, Angi, HomeGuide, and Bark. They reflect typical national ranges; your local rates will vary with labor costs, building type, frequency, and competition. Last updated 2026-05-24.
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