How Much to Charge for House Cleaning: 2026 Rates by Hour, Room and Square Foot
Published October 3, 2026 · By the LaunchKit team · How these guides are written
TL;DR: Angi's 2026 guide says cleaners charge $25 to $50 per cleaner per hour, and the average clean costs $176 (most pay $118 to $238). It puts a standard clean at $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot. Thumbtack says $40 to $55 an hour. Price from your time and costs, then check against these ranges.
How much do house cleaners charge per hour?
These are consumer cost guides: what homeowners are told to expect. They aren't a survey of cleaning businesses.
| Source | Hourly rate | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Angi | $25–$50 per cleaner per hour | Updated Sep 29, 2026 |
| Thumbtack | $40–$55 an hour (low end $30, high end $98) | Page dated Jan 5 (no year shown) |
Hourly pricing is simple, but clients can't budget for it. Many cleaners quote a flat price per visit and use the hourly rate to check it.
How much should you charge per visit?
Angi's 2026 averages by type of clean:
| Type of clean | Angi: per visit | Thumbtack: per visit |
|---|---|---|
| Standard or regular | $75–$175 | $146–$202 |
| Deep clean | $200–$400 | $190–$265 |
| Move-out | Up to $500 | $200–$286 |
Angi bases its $176 national average on 98,643 projects reported by its pros. Its page was updated on September 29, 2026.
How much should you charge by bedrooms and bathrooms?
Angi's 2026 ranges by bedroom count:
| Home | Regular clean | Deep clean |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $75–$110 | $90–$130 |
| 2 bedrooms | $100–$150 | $120–$200 |
| 3 bedrooms | $130–$200 | $150–$300 |
| 4 bedrooms | $150–$210 | $200–$420 |
Angi says each extra bathroom adds $10 to $40.
How much should you charge per square foot?
Angi gives these per-square-foot rates:
- standard clean: $0.10 to $0.20
- deep clean: up to $0.25
- move-out clean: up to $0.35
Quick sum (our arithmetic from Angi's rates): a 2,000 sq. ft. home at $0.10 to $0.20 is $200 to $400 for a standard clean. That matches Angi's own table for that size.
Square-foot pricing is quick to quote from a listing or a phone call. But it misses clutter, pets and bathrooms, so add a walk-through or photo check.
Should recurring clients pay less?
Thumbtack's national averages per visit:
- one-time visit: $174–$256
- once a month: $162–$228
- every two weeks: $160–$220
A home cleaned every two weeks is quicker to clean, so a lower price can still pay. Charge more for the first visit if the home needs a deep clean first.
How much should you charge for add-ons?
Angi lists these typical add-on prices:
| Add-on | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Window cleaning | $4–$10 per window |
| Refrigerator | $10–$40 |
| Oven | $20–$40 |
| Laundry | $5–$20 per load |
| Baseboards | $25–$75 |
| Cabinets | $20–$50 |
Put every add-on on your price list, so clients can pick them without a new quote.
How do you set your house cleaning prices? Step by step
- Set your target hourly rate. Include unpaid time: driving, quoting, texting, buying supplies.
- Time your cleans. Track real hours by home size and type for your first few weeks.
- Turn time into a flat price. Hours × hourly rate, plus supplies, rounded to a clean number.
- Check per square foot. Compare your price with Angi's $0.10 to $0.20 range for a standard clean.
- Price the first clean separately. Many homes need a deep clean before regular visits.
- Set recurring prices. Decide your weekly, every-two-weeks and monthly rates.
- List your add-ons. Use one price for each.
- Set a minimum visit price. Small jobs still cost you travel time.
- Review prices yearly. Give clients written notice before a change.
Quick check (our arithmetic): Angi's $176 average ÷ $25 to $50 an hour is about 3.5 to 7 cleaner-hours per visit. If your typical visit takes much longer, your price may be too low.
For the general method, see how to price small business services.
Do you charge more for a team?
Angi's rates are per cleaner. Two cleaners finish faster, so the visit price can stay similar while your labor cost doubles per hour. Price by total cleaner-hours, not by hours on site.
Tools for pricing your cleans
The Cleaning Company Pricing Calculator ($14.99) is an Excel workbook with a service pricing tab for your hourly rate, service hours and supply costs, a quote builder and a job log.
The Cleaning Company Price List & Service Menu ($4.99) is an editable one-page menu in HTML and Word that prints on US Letter.
New to the business? Start with our small business startup checklist.
FAQ
How much should I charge to clean a house?
Angi says the average clean costs $176, with most paying $118 to $238 (updated Sep 29, 2026). Use your own time and costs to set the final number.
How much should I charge per hour for house cleaning?
Angi says $25 to $50 per cleaner per hour. Thumbtack says $40 to $55 an hour on average.
How much should I charge per square foot?
Angi says $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot for a standard clean, up to $0.25 for a deep clean and up to $0.35 for move-out cleaning.
How much is a deep clean?
Angi says $200 to $400. Thumbtack says $190 to $265.
Sources
Checked October 1, 2026.
- Angi, "How much does professional house cleaning cost?" (updated Sep 29, 2026; $176 average from 98,643 projects; $118–$238; per sq. ft. $0.10–$0.20 / $0.25 / $0.35; by size, type, frequency, bedrooms, bathrooms; $25–$50 per cleaner per hour; add-on prices)
- Thumbtack, "How much do house cleaners charge?" (page says last updated Mon, Jan 05, no year shown; rechecked 3 Oct 2026; $40–$55 an hour, $30 low, $98 high; $174–$256 one-time; by service type; by cadence)
These figures come from consumer cost guides and show typical ranges, not what you must charge. Prices vary by city, home and service. Check local prices before you set yours.
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