House Cleaning Prices: Tampa vs Miami vs Orlando vs Naples (2026)

House cleaning prices in Tampa run about 5% below the state average, Orlando runs even with average, Miami runs 18–22% above, and Naples runs 20–25% above. A 3-bedroom standard clean that costs $220 in Tampa averages $210 in Orlando, $268 in Miami, and $278 in Naples in 2026. Jacksonville sits about 15% below Tampa. For more on our local coverage in each of these markets, start with our Tampa cleaning hub.

The gap between Florida's cheapest and most expensive metro is about 30% — smaller than the gap in California or the Northeast, but still enough to change the shape of a household budget. We pulled 2026 quotes for a standardized 3-bedroom, 1,700 sq ft home from three vetted cleaning companies in each metro, for standard, deep, and move-out service. The results below are the median of those quotes; individual companies vary ±10%.

Standard clean prices side-by-side

Deep clean prices side-by-side

Move-out clean prices side-by-side

Why the prices differ (it's not what you think)

The obvious guess is cost of living, but that's only the second-biggest factor. The biggest is the customer's neighbor's home: Miami and Naples cleaners work in homes where 4,000+ sq ft, 5+ bathrooms, marble counters, and coastal salt-corrosion are common — the average job is bigger and more careful, and companies price accordingly. Jacksonville's typical home is 1,400 sq ft on a slab with laminate counters, and cleans move faster.

The other drivers, in order of contribution to the price gap:

• Labor market: Miami and Naples cleaners earn $20–$26/hour vs. $16–$20 in Jacksonville
• Insurance / bonding rates: Coastal metros pay ~10% more for general liability due to higher property values
• Drive time: Miami traffic adds 25–40 minutes to a two-job day
• Humidity intensity: Bathroom mildew is harder to keep down in Miami than in Orlando
• Salt-air corrosion: Coastal Naples adds descaling tasks that inland Tampa doesn't need

Where's the cheapest quality cleaning in Florida?

On pure dollars, Jacksonville. On dollars-per-square-foot, still Jacksonville — but the gap tightens because Jacksonville homes are smaller. If you're moving within Florida and want to lower a cleaning bill without changing quality, the Jacksonville metro and the northwest corner of the state (Panhandle, not scored here) offer 15–20% savings versus the state average. Tampa and Orlando are the tightest value spots: near-state-average pricing but a deep bench of licensed, insured companies competing for jobs — meaning three quotes rarely spread by more than 10%.

Same service, four cities: side-by-side receipt

House cleaning prices Tampa & FL cities FAQ

How much does house cleaning cost in Tampa?

In Tampa, 2026 house cleaning prices average $155–$210 for bi-weekly service on a 3BR home, $200–$280 for a one-time standard clean, $260–$420 for a deep clean, and $300–$470 for a move-out clean. That sits about 5% below the Florida state average.

Why is house cleaning cheaper in Tampa than Miami?

Lower labor costs, smaller average home size, less traffic, less salt-air corrosion work, and lower general-liability insurance rates on lower-value properties. The gap runs 15–25% across every service tier.

Are Naples cleaning prices really that high?

Yes. Naples has the highest median home value on the Gulf Coast, the largest average home size of any Florida metro, and salt-corrosion cleaning tasks that inland cities don't need. Cleaners also earn 20–30% more than in Tampa, which passes through directly to price.