Cost Guide · Updated May 2026

How much does house cleaning cost?

A standard house cleaning averages about $175 per visit (typically $118–$237), or roughly $0.10–$0.20 per square foot. A deep clean runs $200–$400, and hourly rates are $35–$75 per cleaner. Recurring service costs less per visit than a one-time clean.

Cost by cleaning type

ServiceTypical cost
Standard cleaning (per visit)$118–$237 (avg ~$175)
Deep cleaning$200–$400
Per square foot (standard)$0.10–$0.20 / sq ft
Hourly rate (per cleaner)$35–$75 / hour

Cost by home size

Home sizeStandard clean (per visit)
1 bed / studio$75–$200
2 bedroom$100–$200
3 bedroom$130–$200
4+ bedroom$200–$350+

Standard cleaning. Deep cleans and move-outs cost more; recurring service is cheaper per visit than a one-time clean.

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FAQ

How much does house cleaning cost?
A standard professional house cleaning averages about $175 per visit, with most homeowners paying $118–$237. That's roughly $0.10–$0.20 per square foot, or $35–$75 per hour per cleaner. A deep clean costs more — typically $200–$400.
Why does a deep clean cost more?
A deep clean covers build-up a standard visit skips — baseboards, inside appliances, grout, behind furniture — so it usually costs 50–100% more than a regular cleaning, landing around $200–$400.
Is recurring cleaning cheaper than one-time?
Yes. Weekly or bi-weekly service is priced lower per visit than a one-time clean, because a maintained home takes less time and there's no heavy first-clean. One-time and move-out jobs are priced highest.
What affects house cleaning prices?
Home size, the type of clean (standard, deep, move-out), how often you book, the home's condition, and your location — urban areas can run $150–$300 while rural areas run $75–$150.

For cleaning businesses

Recurring visits and card-on-file billing are the whole model. JobStack keeps the schedule and the payments running on autopilot.

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Cost ranges are national estimates compiled from cost-data sources including HomeAdvisor, Angi, and HomeGuide (2025–2026). Actual prices vary by home size, clean type, frequency, and region. This is a planning guide, not a quote. Prefer an instant estimate? Try the house cleaning cost calculator. More: all cost guides.