How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Housekeeper in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

On average, the cost to hire a housekeeper ranges from $120 to $280 per visit, with most paying an average of $200 for a one-time clean. Prices vary significantly depending on your home size and the type and level of service you require. General cleaning costs for a one-bedroom apartment can be as low as $60, while a deep clean for a five-bedroom home can run up to $500. Housekeepers offer several frequency options, from bi-weekly or monthly cleanings to full-time, live-in services.

Housekeeper Cost Factors

Most housekeepers set an hourly rate, but your final bill hinges on your home’s size as well as the type, depth, and frequency of cleaning you schedule.

House Size

The bigger your home, the more you’ll pay for housekeeping. Some housekeepers charge by the square foot, at $0.10 to $0.20 per square foot for standard cleaning, up to $0.25 for deep cleaning, and up to $0.35 for move-out cleaning. Other professional housekeepers charge based on the number of rooms. The cost to clean a one-bedroom apartment is less than the cost of cleaning a five-bedroom house because it requires significantly less time and use of cleaning supplies.

Additional Services

Standard housekeeping covers tasks like tidying clutter, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and taking out the trash. Tack on extra services—say refrigerator cleaning or carpet shampooing—and the price increases.

Cleaning Level

Housekeepers offer three levels of service: standard cleans, deep cleans, and move-out cleans. Standard services are the most affordable, involving light cleaning and tidying, while deep and move-out cleans are the most costly as they include a thorough cleaning of the entire house.

Standard Cleaning

Standard cleans run from $75 to $175 and cover sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, sanitizing the kitchen and bathrooms, and a general tidy-up. It’s the most popular option, and many homeowners book it weekly or monthly.

Deep Cleaning

You can schedule a deep clean if it’s been a while since your last service or you’re gearing up for a special event. Expect to pay $200 to $400 for services that include everything in a standard visit plus extras like wiping baseboards, dusting lamps, and scrubbing walls, carpets, and tile.

Move-Out Cleaning

A move-out clean happens before you hand over the keys or after you arrive at a new place. The housekeeping pro will tackle everything—cupboards, ovens, bathroom grime, baseboards, and other often-missed spots—to leave the space spotless. Prices can reach up to $500, and many landlords require this service.

Move-out cleanings are often combined with junk removal services. The cost of junk removal ranges from $100 to $400, depending on the number of items.

Service Frequency

Depending on your needs, you can hire a live-in housekeeper who helps with daily tasks—think childcare or errands—or schedule weekly visits for routine cleaning.

Live-In

Hiring a live-in housekeeper means a salary of $30,000 to $60,000 per year (between $2,500 to $5,000 each month) plus food, utilities, and room and board. Costs go up if you need more than one set of helping hands.

Because the housekeeper lives under your roof, you can negotiate on-call times and work hours. It’s the most flexible setup for households with unpredictable schedules, and while it costs more, it comes with a long list of duties, including:

• General cleaning

• Laundry

• Cooking

• Shopping

• Errands

• Childcare

Full-Time

A full-time housekeeper runs $2,000 to $5,000 per month and doesn’t require room and board. The schedule is more structured, but you can still negotiate tasks like regular cleaning, errands, cooking, and childcare.

Daily

Booking a part-time housekeeper for a once-a-day visit runs $1,200 to $2,500 per month. They handle basic cleaning, cooking, and occasionally shopping, but extras—such as oven scrubbing or laundry—come with an upcharge. This setup works well for homes without kids or with lighter care needs.

Weekly

Weekly service costs $160, ranging between $75 and $200. Here’s an example of what a cleaner tackles each week:

• Clean floors: Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum throughout the home.

• Clean bathrooms: Wipe down mirrors, counters, cabinets, and toilets.

• Clean the kitchen: General cleaning of counters and appliances. Washing dishes and cleaning the oven or fridge costs more.

Hourly

Hourly rates fall between $25 and $80, based on location, experience, and scope. Deeper tasks—like a move-in or move-out clean—sit at the top of that range.

Supplies and Equipment

Most housekeepers roll the cost of supplies and equipment into the quote. If you want to save—or prefer specific brands—provide your own products. Just give the company a heads-up if you need allergy-friendly, pet-safe, or organic cleaners; specialty products add a few extra dollars.

Budgeting for a Housekeeper

Consider these cost-saving strategies to make your housekeeping services more wallet-friendly:

• Bring your own cleaning products to shave a little off each visit.

• Ask about discounts for recurring appointments.

• Gather quotes from at least three local housekeepers to see who offers the best value.

• Do a quick tidy between visits to cut down on labor time.

• Skip non-essential add-ons to keep costs in check.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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