House cleaning · Pricing
How much to charge for house cleaning in 2026
US house cleaners typically charge $0.10–$0.20 per square foot for a standard clean — most visits land between $118 and $238 (Angi, 2026) — and $180–$375 for a deep clean. Use the calculator to turn those national ranges into a rate for your home size, area, and experience level, whether you clean houses for a living or want to check that a quote is fair.
Last updated: July 2026 · Typical national ranges, not quotes · Free, no signup
A simple ±15–25% multiplier. Real local variance is bigger — check what nearby providers advertise.
Suggested price range
$150 – $300for this job
- Compete on price
- $150
- Market rate
- $225
- Premium
- $300
Positioning advice
Price at the market rate
Around $225 is the sweet spot: competitive enough to win quotes, high enough to cover supplies, fuel, and self-employment taxes.
Typical US range for house cleaning from published 2026 cost guides (Angi (2026)), adjusted by your settings. Orientation, not a quote.
Typical house cleaning rates by area and experience (2026)
Computed from the published national range using the same adjustments as the calculator. Basis: Standard clean of a 1,500 sq ft home (typical job minimum applied), priced per visit.
| Your experience | Lower-cost area | Average area | High-cost metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting out | $115–$230 | $135–$270 | $170–$340 |
| Established | $130–$255 | $150–$300 | $190–$375 |
| Top-rated pro | $145–$295 | $175–$345 | $215–$430 |
Published national range: $0.10–$0.20/sq ft standard (typical visit $118–$238); deep clean avg $260 ($180–$375) — Angi (2026). Local demand and competition move real prices more than any multiplier.
House cleaning pricing FAQ
How much should I charge to clean a 2,000 sq ft house?
At the typical $0.10–$0.20 per square foot standard rate (Angi, 2026), a 2,000 sq ft standard clean runs $200–$400 per visit. A deep clean at $0.15–$0.30 per square foot works out to $300–$600. Price toward the low end in lower-cost areas and toward the high end in expensive metros.
How much more should a deep clean cost than a standard clean?
Deep cleans average $260 nationally, typically $180–$375 and up to about $0.30 per square foot (Angi, 2026), versus $118–$238 for a standard visit. The premium is justified: baseboards, inside appliances, grout, and buildup take real extra hours — quote it as a separate, higher-priced service.
Should I price house cleaning hourly or by the job?
Most customers prefer a flat per-visit quote — they know the total up front. Estimate your hours honestly, multiply by the hourly income you want, and quote that as a flat price. Flat pricing also rewards you for getting faster: the quicker you finish at the same quality, the higher your effective hourly rate.
Do house cleaners bring their own supplies?
Most independent cleaners do, and it supports a roughly 5–10% higher rate (the calculator applies +8%). Clients pay for the convenience and consistency; you control product quality and cost. If a client insists on their own products (allergies, preferences), drop the supplies premium.
What should I charge a first-time cleaning client?
Walk the home (or ask for photos and square footage) before quoting. First visits usually take longer than maintenance cleans, so many pros charge the deep-clean rate for visit one, then a lower recurring rate — that structure is standard and clients accept it when you explain it up front.
Next step
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