Elevate Your Albany Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Albany cleaning businesses from Center Square / Buckingham Pond, Pine Hills / University Area, Delmar / Bethlehem to Loudonville / Colonie use MaidProfit to automate booking, invoicing, and team management.
Albany Cleaning Market at a Glance
Data compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census Bureau, IBISWorld, MaidProfit internal data, Zillow
Why Albany Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Albany is the #6 largest city in New York with a population of 99,000+. As New York's state capital, Albany has an enormous government workforce with stable incomes and year-round demand. The Capital Region's four-season climate ensures cleaning is never optional. The local economy, anchored by employers like New York State Government, Albany Medical Center, University at Albany (SUNY), creates sustained demand for both residential and commercial cleaning services.
Albany households earn a median income of $45,500, supporting a median home value of $195,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Center Square / Buckingham Pond, Pine Hills / University Area, Delmar / Bethlehem, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Albany's four-season climate with cold, snowy winters and humid summers drives strong year-round cleaning demand. Winter salt and mud tracking, spring pollen, and fall leaf debris create seasonal deep cleaning surges. As Albany continues to grow, both new residents and established homeowners are driving consistent demand for professional cleaning services.
Capital City, Capital Opportunity
Albany's 50,000+ state government workers have steady incomes and limited free time. Combined with UAlbany's student housing turnover and Loudonville's executive homes, the Capital Region offers diverse cleaning revenue streams. MaidProfit helps you capture all of them.
Top Albany Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where the demand is highest and your business can thrive.
Built for Albany cleaning businesses
All the tools Albany cleaning businesses need to book more, earn more, and grow faster.
What Albany Cleaners Charge
Albany cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $95 – $210 | $145 |
| Deep Cleaning | $195 – $400 | $285 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $220 – $450 | $325 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.09 – $0.17 | $0.12 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $80 – $180 | $125 |
State government salaries support solid mid-range pricing. Loudonville and Delmar command premium rates for larger homes. Pine Hills student turnovers offer high-volume seasonal work at standard rates.
Albany Cleaning Business Requirements
Albany Business License
Albany requires a city business license. Apply through the Albany City Clerk's office. No separate state cleaning license required, but register with the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance.
New York Business Registration
File your LLC with the New York Department of State ($200 filing fee). Publish formation notice in two newspapers as required by NY law (approximately $500–$1,500 depending on county).
Sales Tax Requirements
New York charges 4% state sales tax plus Albany County's 4% local tax (8% total). Cleaning services for commercial properties are taxable; residential cleaning is generally exempt.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for Albany cleaning businesses. Most commercial clients require proof of at least $500K coverage. Expect $400–$700/year.
Workers' Compensation
New York requires workers' comp for all employers regardless of employee count. Budget $2.50–$4.50 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
Three steps to automate your Albany cleaning business
From signup to your first booking — here's how Albany cleaners get started.
Plans for Albany cleaning businesses
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Find the plan that fits your Albany operation.
- Handle up to 50 monthly jobs
- 1 team member included
- Custom booking page
- Client management
- Basic invoicing
- Business analytics
- External tool connections
- Unlimited appointments
- Up to 10 team members
- Booking page & client portal
- Full client relationship tools
- Auto-invoicing & online payments
- Analytics dashboard
- Accounting & payment integrations
- Everything in Growth
- No team size limits
- Multiple location management
- Custom reports & exports
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- Full API access
- White-label branding
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Built for Cleaning Businesses in Albany
Real results from real cleaning businesses
Real feedback from cleaning business operators across the country.
“State workers are my bread and butter — they want reliable biweekly cleaning in Center Square and Buckingham Pond. MaidProfit's automated scheduling keeps 40 recurring accounts running smoothly.”
“I handle Pine Hills student turnovers every May and August. MaidProfit's bulk scheduling processes 50+ move-outs in a week. The rest of the year, my Delmar clients keep revenue stable.”
“We serve Albany, Colonie, and Guilderland. MaidProfit's route optimization handles the I-87 and I-90 corridors perfectly. Online booking has brought in 30% more new clients than our old website.”