How much does house cleaning cost in 2026?
The national average is about $200 per cleaning, and most homeowners pay $120 to $280. Cleaners charge roughly $25 to $75 per hour per person, or $0.06 to $0.16 per square foot for a standard clean.
House cleaning prices by home size
| Home size | Standard clean | Deep clean | Move-out clean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bed, 1 bath | $60 – $90 | $90 – $110 | $100 – $120 |
| 2 bed / 1 bath | $90 – $120 | $120 – $175 | $120 – $180 |
| 2 bed / 2 bath | $95 – $130 | $135 – $195 | $135 – $210 |
| 3 bed / 1 bath | $110 – $165 | $150 – $250 | $175 – $260 |
| 3 bed / 2 bath | $135 – $180 | $180 – $280 | $180 – $300 |
| 4 bed / 3 bath | $140 – $200 | $200 – $400 | $200 – $390 |
Price per square foot
| Type of clean | Per sq ft | 2,000 sq ft home |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $0.06 – $0.16 | $190 – $340 |
| Deep | $0.11 – $0.30 | $300 – $600 |
| Move-out | $0.22 – $0.33 | $300 – $500 |
Pricing by bedrooms and bathrooms is more common for homes. Per-square-foot pricing suits larger homes and move-outs. For move-outs priced by the square foot, see the move-out cleaning calculator.
Standard vs deep vs move-out cleaning
- Standard clean: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen counters and appliance fronts, bathrooms and trash. Best for recurring visits.
- Deep clean: everything in a standard clean plus baseboards, doors, light fixtures, built-up grime and detail work. Usually the first visit, or once or twice a year.
- Move-in / move-out clean: an empty home cleaned top to bottom, often including inside cabinets, the fridge and the oven.
Add-on prices
| Add-on | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Inside fridge | $12 – $50 |
| Inside oven | $15 – $35 |
| Inside cabinets | $25 – $45+ |
| Baseboards | $35+ |
| Blinds | $20 |
| Interior windows | $4 – $7 each |
| Laundry (wash & dry) | $5 – $20 per load |
| Changing bed sheets | $10 per bed |
Hourly rates
Many cleaners charge by the hour: about $25 to $75 per cleaner. One cleaner for a 4-hour one-time visit runs roughly $127 to $149, and a weekly 4-hour visit about $115 to $135. A two-person team for 4 hours is about $200 to $250 weekly or $220 to $275 one-time.
Residential cleaning rates at a glance
Residential cleaning rates are quoted three ways: per hour, per square foot or a flat price per visit. Here's how the 2026 national rates compare.
| Rate type | Typical 2026 rate |
|---|---|
| Per hour, per cleaner | $25 – $75 |
| Per sq ft, standard clean | $0.06 – $0.16 |
| Per sq ft, deep clean | $0.11 – $0.30 |
| Flat rate per visit (average home) | $120 – $280 |
| Weekly or every-2-weeks visits | About 5% – 10% less per visit |
Recurring cleaning costs less per visit
Weekly and every-2-weeks customers usually pay less per visit than one-time customers, because a home cleaned often takes less time. HomeGuide's weekly hourly rates run about 10% below one-time rates, so this calculator takes 10% off weekly and 5% off every-2-weeks standard cleans. Change it to match your own policy.
For cleaning businesses: how to price a house clean
- Start from the home size and type of clean in the table above.
- Add extras the customer asks for, priced separately so they can see them.
- Add a surcharge for pets, clutter or a home that hasn't been cleaned in a while.
- Check your hourly rate. Divide the price by the cleaner-hours the job takes. If it's below your target, raise the price or tighten the scope. The hourly rate calculator shows the minimum you need.
Frequently asked questions
How much does house cleaning cost?
Most homeowners pay $120 to $280 per cleaning, about $200 on average. A standard clean runs about $60 to $90 for a studio or one-bedroom, $135 to $180 for a three-bedroom, two-bath home and $140 to $200 for a four-bedroom, three-bath home.
How much does a deep clean cost?
A deep clean usually costs $90 to $110 for a one-bedroom, $180 to $280 for a three-bedroom, two-bath home and $200 to $400 for a four-bedroom, three-bath home, or about $0.11 to $0.30 per square foot.
How much do house cleaners charge per hour?
About $25 to $75 per hour per cleaner. Larger companies often send a team of two, which costs more per hour but finishes faster.
How much should I charge for house cleaning as a business?
Start from the market range for the home size and type of clean, add extras separately, and check that the price divided by your cleaner-hours meets your minimum hourly rate. Many cleaners give recurring customers a small discount per visit.
Is weekly cleaning cheaper than one-time?
Per visit, yes. Weekly hourly rates run about 10% lower than one-time rates because a regularly cleaned home takes less time each visit.
What are typical residential cleaning rates?
In 2026, residential cleaners charge about $25 to $75 per hour per cleaner, $0.06 to $0.16 per square foot for a standard clean, or a flat $120 to $280 per visit for an average home. Recurring weekly visits usually cost a little less each time.
How much does a 2,000 sq ft house cost to clean?
About $190 to $340 for a standard clean, $300 to $600 for a deep clean and $300 to $500 for a move-out clean.
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