How much does house cleaning cost in 2026?

Standard, deep and move-out cleaning by local cleaning professionals.

✓ We don’t provide services — we research them, so you can choose with confidence.

House cleaning covers standard recurring cleans, one-time deep cleans, and move-out cleans when a home needs to be left spotless. A standard clean covers kitchens, bathrooms, floors and dusting, while a deep clean adds detail work such as inside ovens, baseboards and window tracks. Prices depend on home size, condition and how often the cleaner visits. This page explains typical costs and how to hire a cleaner you trust.

Typical house cleaning prices in the US

JobTypical rangeNotes
Average cleaning job$185-$324Average price for a typical house cleaning job
Standard clean$146-$202Regular clean of kitchens, bathrooms and floors
Deep clean$190-$265Detailed clean including ovens, baseboards and tracks
Move-out clean$200-$286Full clean when vacating a home
Recurring biweekly visit$160-$220 per visitRegular biweekly cleaning visit

Typical US ranges based on published HomeAdvisor / Angi / Thumbtack cost guides, checked November 2026. Your quote will vary by city, home size and job scope -- always get 2-3 written quotes.

What affects the price?

Price level by city

Labour is the biggest variable. These are broad levels, not quotes — the national ranges above are the starting point, and the direction below tells you which way your city usually moves them.

CityTypical price level vs US average
New York, NYHigher — big-city labour runs well above the US average
Los Angeles, CAAbout average for a big US city
Chicago, ILAbout average for a big US city
Houston, TXAbout average for a big US city
Phoenix, AZAbout average for a big US city
Dallas, TXAbout average for a big US city
San Antonio, TXAbout average for a big US city
San Diego, CAAbout average for a big US city
Austin, TXAbout average for a big US city
San Jose, CAHigher — big-city labour runs well above the US average
Local expert note: The biggest source of disappointment is mismatched expectations, not effort. Before the first visit, agree in writing on the rooms, the tasks and what counts as a deep clean, and do a quick walkthrough together afterwards.

How to keep the cost down

  1. Ask exactly what is included in a standard clean versus a deep clean
  2. Check reviews and ask whether the same cleaner visits each time
  3. Confirm the company or cleaner is insured and background-checked

Frequently asked questions about house cleaning costs

An average job costs $185-$324. A standard clean usually runs $146-$202, a deep clean $190-$265, and a move-out clean $200-$286. A recurring biweekly visit typically costs $160-$220. Home size and condition affect the final price.

A standard clean covers the usual tasks: kitchens, bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming and mopping. A deep clean adds detail work such as inside the oven and fridge, baseboards, light fixtures and window tracks. Deep cleans take longer and cost more.

They are typical US ranges from published cost guides (HomeAdvisor, Angi, Thumbtack), checked November 2026. They are planning figures, not quotes — your actual price depends on your city, your home and the job. Always get two or three written quotes.

Read the full house cleaning guide ›

✓ We don’t provide services — we research them, so you can choose with confidence.