Run a Smarter Cleaning Business in Alexandria with MaidProfit
Whether you clean in Garden District / Horseshoe Drive, South Alexandria, Bringhurst or England Airpark Area, MaidProfit automates your Alexandria cleaning business so you can focus on growth.
Alexandria Cleaning Market Overview
Data compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census Bureau, IBISWorld, MaidProfit internal data, Zillow
Why Alexandria Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Alexandria is the #9 largest city in Louisiana with a population of 47,000+. Sitting at the geographic heart of Louisiana, Alexandria serves as a regional hub with medical facilities and government offices driving both residential and commercial cleaning demand with minimal competition. The local economy, anchored by employers like Rapides Regional Medical Center, England Air Force Base (Redevelopment), Alexandria City Schools, creates sustained demand for both residential and commercial cleaning services.
Alexandria households earn a median income of $36,800, supporting a median home value of $135,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Garden District / Horseshoe Drive, South Alexandria, Bringhurst, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Central Louisiana's humid subtropical climate with sweltering summers, mild winters, and heavy rainfall creates year-round demand for mold prevention, humidity management, and deep cleaning. Combined with steady population trends and new construction, Alexandria provides a reliable pipeline of new and recurring cleaning clients year-round.
Central Louisiana's Hub With Low Competition
Alexandria's position as central Louisiana's regional hub means cleaning demand from healthcare, government, and residential clients. With only 55 competitors, MaidProfit helps you capture this market fast.
Top Alexandria Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where your cleaning business can find the best clients.
Tools built for Alexandria cleaning professionals
From scheduling to invoicing — everything you need to run your Alexandria cleaning business.
What Alexandria Cleaners Charge
Alexandria cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $80 – $170 | $115 |
| Deep Cleaning | $145 – $300 | $215 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $170 – $350 | $250 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.13 | $0.09 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $70 – $145 | $100 |
Garden District and Horseshoe Drive homes command Alexandria's highest rates. The affordable cost of living keeps base pricing moderate, but low overhead enables strong margins.
Alexandria Cleaning Business Requirements
Alexandria Business License
Alexandria requires an occupational license. Rapides Parish may have additional requirements. Register for Louisiana state and parish sales tax collection.
Louisiana Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Louisiana Secretary of State ($100 filing fee). Alexandria requires a city occupational license from the Revenue Division.
Sales Tax Requirements
Louisiana 4.45% state sales tax plus approximately 5.5% Rapides Parish local tax. Commercial cleaning is generally taxable.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for Alexandria cleaning businesses. Most commercial clients require proof of at least $500K coverage. Expect $360–$660/year.
Workers' Compensation
Louisiana requires workers' comp for employers with 1+ employees. Budget $2.00–$3.50 per $100 of payroll.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
How Alexandria cleaning businesses get started with MaidProfit
Simple setup, powerful results — have your Alexandria cleaning business automated in minutes.
Affordable plans for Alexandria cleaning companies
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Find the plan that fits your Alexandria operation.
- Supports 50 appointments/month
- 1 team member included
- Client scheduling page
- Basic client management
- Basic invoicing
- Performance dashboard
- External tool connections
- No booking caps
- 10 team member seats
- Booking page & client portal
- Advanced client management
- Auto-invoicing & online payments
- Performance dashboard
- QuickBooks & Stripe sync
- All Growth features included
- Unlimited team accounts
- Multi-site operations
- Custom reporting
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- Full API access
- White-label options
Start with a 14-day free trial on any plan. No payment info required.
What Makes MaidProfit Right for Alexandria
What cleaning business owners are saying
See why cleaning professionals choose MaidProfit.
“The Garden District's historic homes need careful, regular cleaning. MaidProfit's professional portal convinced these premium clients to choose us. We serve 40+ recurring households with a 3-person team.”
“Alexandria and Pineville together give us a great territory. MaidProfit's route optimization across the Red River bridges saves 25 minutes daily. Online booking reaches clients we never could before.”
“Low competition in Alexandria means word-of-mouth spreads fast. MaidProfit's automated follow-ups and professional booking turned our referrals into reliable recurring revenue. We've grown 60% in one year.”