| Who | Typical rate in Orlando | Source |
|---|---|---|
| House cleaning | $20.25–$25.07/hr | Care.com, Nov 2026 |
| Housekeeping | $19.69–$26.17/hr | Care.com, Nov 2026 |
| Maids and housekeeping cleaners, median wage | $16.90/hr (mean $17.84); 17,810 people employed | BLS OEWS, May 2025 |
A regular cleaning of a 3-bedroom home typically takes 3 to 4 hours; the first visit or a deep clean takes longer. At $22/hour, a 3.5-hour visit is about $77.
An independent cleaner who runs their own business, brings their own supplies and serves other clients is generally not your household employee (IRS Publication 926). A cleaner who works on your schedule under your direction may be.
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Tips aren't required for a regular cleaner you hire directly; many families give a holiday bonus of about one visit's pay.
Most book every week or every two weeks.
Last updated 2026-11-02. This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice.