How Much Does House Cleaning Service Cost in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia pricing is above the national average. Updated for 2026.

Low End
$125
Average
$219
High End
$438
per cleaning

House Cleaning Service Pricing in District of Columbia

In District of Columbia, the average cost for house cleaning service is $219 per cleaning, which is 25% higher than the national average of $175. Most District of Columbia residents pay between $125 and $438.

District of Columbia has a higher cost of living than most states, which translates to higher labor rates and material costs. Urban areas within District of Columbia may be even higher.

Professional house cleaning includes dusting, vacuuming, mopping, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, and general tidying. Deep cleaning costs more than standard maintenance cleaning.

District of Columbia vs National Average

District of Columbia Average
$219
National Average
$175
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What Affects House Cleaning Service Cost in District of Columbia?

Home Size

1BR/1BA: $80-$150. 2BR/2BA: $120-$200. 3BR/2BA: $150-$280. 4BR/3BA: $200-$350

Type

Standard cleaning: $100-$250. Deep cleaning: $200-$500. Move-in/out: $250-$600

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Top-Rated House Cleaning Service Pros in District of Columbia

5 providers

All-Pro Contractors

๐Ÿ† SPONSORED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.8(179 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of DC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2012
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 2 hours

Proudly serving DC since 2012. Licensed, insured, and committed to excellence.

All-Pro Contractors

โญ PREMIUM
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…3.9(69 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of DC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1995
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Proudly serving DC since 1995. Licensed, insured, and committed to excellence.

Apex Plumbing

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4(16 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of DC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2012
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 2 hours

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๐Ÿ’ก Tips to Save on House Cleaning Service in District of Columbia

  • 1.Recurring service (weekly/biweekly) is 20-30% cheaper per visit than one-time
  • 2.Tidy up before the cleaner arrives so they focus on actual cleaning
  • 3.Some services charge by the hour โ€” estimate time carefully
  • 4.Ask about discounts for referrals

๐Ÿ“ˆ House Cleaning Service in District of Columbia Cost Trends (2022โ€“2026)

Prices have increased +18.4% over the last 5 years

$185
2022
$193
2023
$206
2024
$212
2025
$219
2026
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2022$185โ€”
2023$193+4.3%
2024$206+6.7%
2025$212+2.9%
2026$219+3.3%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for House Cleaning Service in District of Columbia

$221
Avg Reported
$155
Lowest Reported
$320
Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$177
Dallas, TX ยท Jan 2026
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$248
Chicago, IL ยท Feb 2026
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$183
Phoenix, AZ ยท Mar 2026
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$270
Denver, CO ยท Apr 2026
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$191
Atlanta, GA ยท May 2026
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$289
Seattle, WA ยท Jun 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I have my house professionally cleaned?

Biweekly is the most popular frequency. Weekly for busy families. Monthly for light maintenance. Deep clean 2-4 times per year.

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