Janitorial services cost about $200 to $700 per cleaning visit for most U.S. businesses. Standard recurring office cleaning commonly runs $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit or $30 to $75 per cleaner-hour. A 2026 commercial cleaning benchmark uses a monthly pricing unit instead, so check whether a quote covers each visit or the full month.
The final price depends on the building's size, cleaning schedule, facility type, restroom count, access requirements, and included services.
This guide covers commercial janitorial services in the United States, not residential house cleaning.
Janitorial Service Costs at a Glance
| Pricing method | Typical U.S. range | Best used for |
|---|---|---|
| Per cleaning visit | $200-$700 for many commercial jobs | Comparing routine service appointments |
| Per cleaner-hour | $30-$75 per hour | Small, irregular, or unpredictable work |
| Per square foot per visit | $0.07-$0.20 for standard offices | Recurring cleaning with a predictable scope |
| Monthly contract | Varies by building and frequency | Ongoing janitorial agreements |
| Medical or specialized cleaning | $0.12-$0.30 per sq. ft. per visit | Healthcare and compliance-heavy facilities |
| Post-construction cleaning | $0.15-$0.30 per sq. ft. per visit | Debris removal and detailed final cleaning |
These are planning ranges, not guaranteed quotes. Labor costs, building condition, parking, access restrictions, and the requested scope can move the price substantially.
How Much Does Commercial Janitorial Cleaning Cost Per Visit?
Commercial cleaning costs about $70 to $1,500 per visit, according to HomeAdvisor. Its typical range is $200 to $700, with an average of about $390 per visit. Smaller offices tend to cost less, while large buildings, medical facilities, and detailed cleaning projects cost more.
Typical costs by building size include:
| Facility size | Approximate cost per visit |
|---|---|
| 1,000 square feet or less | $70-$250 |
| 1,000-5,000 square feet | $150-$600 |
| 5,000-20,000 square feet | $400-$2,000 |
| 20,000 square feet or more | $1,000-$2,500 or more |
These figures describe individual commercial cleaning visits. A recurring janitorial contract may use a fixed monthly price instead.
How Much Does Janitorial Service Cost Per Square Foot?
Standard recurring office cleaning costs about $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit. Medical cleaning, post-construction work, and other specialized services usually cost more because they require extra labor, materials, safety procedures, or documentation.
| Facility type | Approximate cost per square foot per visit |
|---|---|
| General office | $0.07-$0.20 |
| Medical office | $0.12-$0.30 |
| Retail store | $0.08-$0.18 |
| Industrial facility | $0.10-$0.20 |
| Post-construction site | $0.15-$0.30 |
A 5,000-square-foot office priced at $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot would cost about $350 to $1,000 per cleaning visit before specialty services or unusual access requirements.
Why Monthly Janitorial Prices Can Look Different
Monthly janitorial prices can look lower or higher than per-visit prices because companies do not always use the same pricing unit.
One 2026 benchmark lists general office janitorial service at about $0.07 to $0.18 per square foot per month for service three to five times per week. Another pricing guide lists $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit for standard recurring office cleaning. Those figures are not directly comparable because one covers a month and the other covers one visit.
Before comparing bids, ask:
- Is the price per visit or per month?
- How many visits are included?
- Are supplies and equipment included?
- Are periodic services, such as carpet extraction or floor refinishing, included?
- Does the price include day porter coverage or only after-hours cleaning?
For a per-visit quote, use this formula:
Per-visit price x number of monthly visits = estimated monthly janitorial cost
A contract priced at $300 per visit and scheduled 20 times per month would cost about $6,000 per month.
What Is Usually Included in Janitorial Services?
Routine janitorial service commonly includes:
- Vacuuming carpets and mats
- Sweeping and mopping hard floors
- Dusting accessible surfaces
- Emptying trash and recycling
- Cleaning and restocking restrooms
- Cleaning break rooms and common areas
- Wiping high-touch surfaces
- Basic spot cleaning of doors, glass, and walls
Companies often price specialty work separately. Common add-ons include carpet extraction, floor stripping and waxing, window washing, pressure washing, duct cleaning, upholstery cleaning, waste removal, and post-construction cleanup.
What Factors Affect Janitorial Service Prices?
Cleaning Frequency
Cleaning once per week often costs more per visit than cleaning five times per week. A frequent schedule spreads setup, supervision, and supply costs across more appointments.
Daily cleaning still produces a higher monthly bill because the crew works more visits, even when the per-visit rate is lower.
Square Footage and Layout
Square footage affects the quote, but it is not the only measurement. A building with many offices, hallways, restrooms, kitchens, and workstations takes longer to clean than an open warehouse with the same floor area.
Restroom and Break-Room Count
Restrooms and food-service areas take longer to clean than open office space. A building with many restrooms relative to its total square footage can cost more than a larger building with fewer fixtures.
Facility Type
Medical offices, restaurants, schools, and industrial facilities often cost more than standard offices. They may require additional disinfection, floor care, safety procedures, or specialized products.
Building Condition
A first-time deep clean usually costs more than ongoing maintenance. Heavy dust, neglected restrooms, stains, grease, construction debris, and clutter all increase labor time.
Location and Access
Prices are usually higher in high-cost metropolitan areas. Locked areas, security procedures, limited parking, elevators, restricted cleaning hours, and after-hours access can also increase the quote.
How to Compare Janitorial Service Quotes
The lowest quote is not always the lowest total cost. Compare proposals that cover the same tasks, square footage, and service schedule.
Ask each company to specify:
- Cleanable square footage
- Number of visits per week
- Tasks completed at each visit
- Restrooms and fixtures covered
- Floor types and floor-care requirements
- Supplies and equipment provided
- Specialty services excluded
- Insurance, bonding, and worker coverage
- Service quality inspections
- Cancellation and price-increase terms
A quote that excludes restroom restocking, periodic floor care, or cleaning supplies may look cheaper while producing a higher operating cost.
What Should You Budget for Janitorial Services?
For many U.S. businesses, a reasonable starting budget is $200 to $700 per commercial janitorial visit. Standard recurring office cleaning generally falls near $0.07 to $0.20 per square foot per visit or $30 to $75 per cleaner-hour.
Medical, restaurant, industrial, post-construction, and heavily used facilities often cost more. To request a more accurate quote, provide the cleaning company with the building's square footage, facility type, restroom count, preferred schedule, operating hours, and task list.