House Cleaning Prices in 2026
In 2026, a standard house cleaning costs about $120 to $280 per visit (national average near $180), a deep clean runs $200 to $500 or more, and a move-out clean runs $250 to $600. Below is the full breakdown by home size, service type, square footage, hour, commercial space, and region, compiled from published 2026 pricing data.
Standard clean, per visit (avg around $180)
Deep clean, typically 1.5x to 2.5x a standard clean
Move-out clean (national average around $360)
Per square foot for standard residential cleaning
House cleaning prices by home size
Most residential cleaners price by home size and service type. These are typical per-visit ranges in 2026 for a standard recurring clean versus a one-time deep clean.
| Home size | Standard clean | Deep clean |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $75 to $150 | $150 to $250 |
| 2 bedroom (~1,000 sq ft) | $120 to $200 | $200 to $400 |
| 3 bed / 2 bath | $150 to $250 | $280 to $450 |
| 4+ bed (3,000+ sq ft) | $250 to $400 | $400 to $600+ |
Prices by service type
Standard cleaning
$120 to $280 per visit, national average around $180. Most standard residential jobs land between $174 and $256.
Deep cleaning
1.5x to 2.5x the price of a standard clean because of the extra time and detail (baseboards, vents, inside appliances, buildup). For a 2,000 sq ft home, roughly $250 to $450.
Move-out and move-in cleaning
$250 to $600, national average around $360. A studio or one-bedroom runs $75 to $150, while a 3,000+ sq ft home runs $350 to $600 or more.
Hourly rates
Professional maid services charge about $25 to $75 per hour per cleaner. Independent cleaners often charge $15 to $40 per hour but are not always licensed or insured. Most established cleaners move to flat pricing for recurring work.
Price per square foot
Per-square-foot pricing is the fastest way to quote larger or commercial jobs consistently. These are the typical 2026 rates.
| Cleaning type | Rate per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Standard residential | $0.10 to $0.17 / sq ft |
| Deep clean | $0.11 to $0.30 / sq ft |
| Move-out / move-in | $0.22 to $0.33 / sq ft |
| Commercial / office (recurring) | $0.07 to $0.20 / sq ft |
Commercial and office cleaning rates
Recurring office cleaning runs $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit, with most standard offices at $0.10 to $0.18. Medical, restaurant, and industrial spaces command $0.15 to $0.25 or more. Commercial hourly work runs $35 to $60 per hour. Commercial rates have risen roughly 8% to 12% since 2024 on higher labor and supply costs.
How prices differ by region
Location is one of the biggest price drivers. Adjust the national ranges above by your market.
| Region | Adjustment vs national average |
|---|---|
| High-cost metros (NYC, SF, Boston, Seattle, DC) | +25% to +45% |
| Mid-tier cities (Denver, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago) | Near national average |
| Rural South and Midwest | -10% to -20% |
How to use this to set your own prices
These ranges are a starting point, not your price. Set yours from your real costs (labor, supplies, travel, insurance) plus the margin you want to keep. Quote consistently with our free house cleaning price calculator, confirm each job clears your target with the profit margin calculator, and see the full method in our guide on how to price cleaning jobs. For office and commercial work, see the 2026 commercial cleaning rates report. To plan your budget and margins, see the cleaning business startup costs and profit report.
House cleaning price FAQs
How much does house cleaning cost in 2026?
A standard house cleaning runs about $120 to $280 per visit, with a national average near $180. Deep cleans run $200 to $500 or more, and move-out cleans run $250 to $600.
How much is a 2 hour clean?
At a typical $35 to $75 per hour for one professional cleaner, a 2 hour visit usually lands between about $70 and $150, depending on your area and whether supplies are included.
How much should I charge for house cleaning?
Price to cover your real costs (labor, supplies, travel, insurance) plus the margin you want to keep. Most standard residential jobs land between $174 and $256, and a common shortcut is $0.10 to $0.17 per square foot for a standard clean.
How much does a deep clean cost?
Deep cleaning typically costs 1.5x to 2.5x a standard clean because of the extra time and detail. For a 2,000 sq ft home, expect roughly $250 to $450.
What is the going rate per square foot?
Standard residential cleaning runs $0.10 to $0.17 per square foot, deep cleaning $0.11 to $0.30, move-out $0.22 to $0.33, and recurring commercial office cleaning $0.07 to $0.20.
How much do commercial and office cleaning cost?
Recurring office cleaning runs about $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit, with most standard offices at $0.10 to $0.18. Medical, restaurant, and industrial spaces command $0.15 to $0.25 or more.
Methodology and sources
The ranges on this page are compiled and cross-checked from published 2026 US cleaning price data, including Housecall Pro, Angi, HomeGuide, Thumbtack, Jobber, ZenMaid, Taskrabbit, and PayScale. They reflect typical national ranges; your local rates will vary with labor costs, competition, and demand. Last updated 2026-05-24.
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