How much do janitorial services cost? Get instant commercial cleaning rates for your office, medical facility, or commercial space — updated for 2026.
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New York
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Our calculator uses the same methodology professional cleaning companies use to build bids — production rates, fixture counts, and floor-type analysis.
Each facility type has a production rate (sqft/hour) based on cleaning intensity. Medical offices need more time per sqft than general offices due to disinfection protocols.
Restroom fixtures (toilets, sinks, urinals) add 3 minutes each. Trash bins add 1 minute each. These are counted separately because they scale independently of sqft.
Carpet vacuums fastest. Resilient floors (VCT, LVT) need mopping. Tile & stone require grout care. Your floor mix directly impacts cleaning time and cost.
Monthly estimates for 5x/week cleaning in New York. Costs vary ±20% based on scope.
| Facility Type | Sqft | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Office | 5,000 | $1,200/mo | $2,100/mo | Most common |
| General Office | 10,000 | $2,000/mo | $3,600/mo | |
| General Office | 25,000 | $4,200/mo | $7,600/mo | |
| Medical Office | 3,000 | $1,600/mo | $2,900/mo | OSHA compliant |
| Medical Office | 8,000 | $3,200/mo | $5,700/mo | |
| Dental Office | 2,500 | $1,400/mo | $2,500/mo | |
| Auto Showroom | 15,000 | $3,000/mo | $5,400/mo | High-gloss floors |
| Daycare | 4,000 | $1,600/mo | $2,900/mo | Green Seal products |
| Retail Store | 3,000 | $800/mo | $1,400/mo | High-traffic |
| Fitness / Gym | 8,000 | $2,400/mo | $4,200/mo | Locker rooms |
Based on New York (high-cost market) rates. Adjust to your state using the calculator above.
Janitorial cleaning costs typically range from $0.05 to $0.25 per square foot per visit, or $1,200 to $4,500 per month for a 10,000 sqft facility cleaned 5x/week. The exact cost depends on your facility type, location, cleaning frequency, floor surfaces, and number of restrooms. Medical offices cost more due to OSHA disinfection requirements, while general offices are the most affordable. Use our calculator above for an instant estimate tailored to your facility.
Monthly janitorial services costs depend on building size and cleaning frequency. A small office (2,000–5,000 sqft) typically costs $600–$1,500/month. A mid-size facility (5,000–15,000 sqft) runs $1,500–$4,000/month. Large facilities (15,000–50,000+ sqft) range from $3,500–$10,000+/month. These figures assume 5x/week cleaning in a mid-cost state — higher-wage states like New York and California cost proportionally more.
Average commercial cleaning rates range from $25–$75 per hour per cleaner, or $0.05–$0.25 per square foot per visit. Monthly contracts for recurring janitorial service typically run $0.10–$0.35/sqft/month depending on frequency and facility type. The most common pricing model for commercial cleaning is per-square-foot, which makes it easy to compare bids. Our calculator uses production-rate-based pricing — the same method professional cleaning companies use to build bids.
Office cleaning costs range from $0.08–$0.18 per square foot per visit for a standard general office. A typical 10,000 sqft office cleaned 5 nights per week costs $2,000–$3,600/month. Key factors that affect office cleaning cost include: number of restrooms and kitchens, floor type (carpet vs. tile vs. VCT), shift timing (after-hours vs. daytime), and whether high-touch disinfection is required. Smaller offices under 3,000 sqft often have a per-visit minimum of $75–$150.
Recurring janitorial cleaning typically costs $0.05–$0.25 per square foot per visit, depending on the facility type, floor surfaces, cleaning frequency, and your state. A 10,000 sqft office cleaned 5x/week in New York costs approximately $2,500–$4,500/month. This calculator covers routine maintenance cleaning — not one-time deep cleans or post-construction cleanup, which are priced separately.
Professional janitorial services are priced by estimated hours per visit. We calculate hours based on your square footage, production rate for your facility type, number of restroom fixtures, trash bins, floor types, and any add-on services. The hourly rate varies by state based on local labor costs. Most cleaning companies use either per-sqft, per-hour, or flat monthly pricing — our calculator shows you what a fair per-visit and monthly rate should be.
Different facilities require different levels of care. Medical offices need OSHA-compliant disinfection protocols and take longer per sqft than general offices. Retail spaces with high foot traffic need more frequent attention. Auto dealership showrooms require high-gloss floor care. Daycares need child-safe, green-certified products. Our production rates reflect these real-world differences — a medical office takes nearly twice as long to clean per sqft as a general office.
Most offices are cleaned 5 nights per week (Monday–Friday). Medical facilities typically require nightly cleaning. Smaller offices or low-traffic spaces may only need 2–3 times per week. The frequency directly impacts your monthly cost — cleaning 3x/week instead of 5x/week can save 30–40% on monthly costs, but each visit costs slightly more since the facility accumulates more dirt between visits.
Carpet is the fastest to clean (vacuum only). Resilient floors like VCT and LVT require dust mopping and wet mopping. Tile and stone floors (ceramic, terrazzo, marble) are the most time-intensive due to grout lines and special care requirements. A facility that is 100% carpet will be 15–25% cheaper to clean than one with primarily hard floors.
Janitorial labor costs are directly tied to state minimum wage laws and local cost of living. States like New York ($20/hr) and California ($16.50/hr) have higher cleaning costs than states using the federal minimum of $7.25/hr. A 10,000 sqft office that costs $3,200/month in New York might cost only $1,800/month in Texas. Our calculator adjusts all rates proportionally for your state.
Hiring a janitorial service is typically more cost-effective than an in-house cleaner for facilities under 50,000 sqft. An in-house cleaner costs $35,000–$50,000/year in salary plus benefits, workers comp, supplies, and equipment — roughly $4,000–$6,000/month all-in. A professional janitorial service for a 10,000 sqft office runs $2,000–$4,000/month and includes trained staff, supplies, insurance, and backup coverage if someone calls out.
Janitorial cleaning refers to recurring, routine maintenance — daily trash, vacuuming, restroom cleaning, and surface wiping. Commercial cleaning is a broader term that includes janitorial plus periodic services like carpet extraction, floor stripping/waxing, window washing, and power washing. This calculator estimates recurring janitorial costs. Periodic commercial cleaning services are typically quoted separately based on scope.
Our calculator provides estimates within ±20% of actual costs. The final price depends on a site walkthrough where we assess the exact scope of work, accessibility, special requirements, and any compliance needs specific to your facility.
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