Grow Your Auburn Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Auburn cleaning businesses from North Auburn / Moores Mill, Cary Woods / Dean Road, Tiger Town / Wire Road to South College Area use MaidProfit to automate booking, invoicing, and team management.
Auburn Cleaning Market at a Glance
Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld Industry Report, MaidProfit Booking Data, MaidProfit Market Analysis, US Census Bureau, Zillow Home Value Index
Why Auburn Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Auburn is the #7 largest city in Alabama with a population of 76,000+. Home to Auburn University and its 30,000+ students, Auburn is a dynamic college town with a dual market: student rental turnovers and established residential cleaning for faculty and professionals. The local economy, anchored by employers like Auburn University, East Alabama Medical Center, Briggs & Stratton, creates sustained demand for both residential and commercial cleaning services.
At $42,800 median household income and $245,000 median home value, Auburn offers a profitable market for cleaning businesses. Service-oriented neighborhoods like North Auburn / Moores Mill, Cary Woods / Dean Road, Tiger Town / Wire Road anchor recurring residential demand.
Auburn's warm, humid climate drives persistent dust and pollen buildup, creating year-round demand for regular cleaning services. This sustained growth means cleaning businesses in Auburn can build a stable client base while continuously adding new accounts.
College Town = Built-In Demand Cycles
Auburn University's 30,000+ students create predictable move-in and move-out surges each semester. Smart cleaning businesses build recurring residential revenue as a base and scale up for seasonal turnovers.
Top Auburn Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Key neighborhoods with strong demand for professional cleaning.
Made for cleaning businesses in Auburn
Every feature designed to help you win more clients and scale faster in Auburn.
What Auburn Cleaners Charge
Auburn cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $80 – $180 | $120 |
| Deep Cleaning | $160 – $340 | $235 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $175 – $375 | $265 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.06 – $0.13 | $0.09 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $70 – $150 | $105 |
Wrights Mill and Yarbrough Farms command premium rates. Student apartment turnovers near campus are high-volume at competitive pricing. Opelika offers a growing market.
Auburn Cleaning Business Requirements
Auburn Business License
Auburn requires a city business license. Apply at Auburn City Hall. If serving Opelika, you need a separate license there.
Alabama Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Alabama Secretary of State ($200). Obtain an Auburn business license from City Hall. Lee County also requires registration.
Sales Tax Requirements
Alabama's 4% state sales tax plus Auburn's local rate applies. Check if your specific services are taxable.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for Auburn cleaning businesses. Most commercial clients require proof of at least $500K coverage. Expect $300–$550/year.
Workers' Compensation
Required in Alabama for 5+ employees. Especially important during peak student turnover seasons.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
Three steps to automate your Auburn cleaning business
Simple setup, powerful results — have your Auburn cleaning business automated in minutes.
Choose the right plan for your Auburn cleaning business
Start small or go all-in — every plan is designed for Auburn cleaning companies.
- 50 jobs per month
- Single user account
- Custom booking page
- Client database
- Simple invoicing
- Business analytics
- Third-party integrations
- No booking caps
- Up to 10 team members
- Custom booking & client access
- Advanced client management
- Automated billing & payment collection
- Business analytics
- QuickBooks + Stripe integrations
- Everything in Growth
- Unlimited team members
- Manage multiple locations
- Advanced custom reports
- Priority customer support
- Full API access
- Brand customization
Try any plan free for 14 days. No credit card, no commitment.
Built for Cleaning Businesses in Auburn
What cleaning business owners are saying
See why cleaning professionals choose MaidProfit.
“We handle over 150 student apartment turnovers each May and August. MaidProfit's bulk scheduling is the only way we manage that volume. Our property manager clients say we're the most organized service they've used.”
“I clean homes for Auburn University faculty in Cary Woods and Moores Mill. MaidProfit's automated reminders and invoicing let me focus on quality. My recurring client base has doubled this year.”
“We serve both residential and commercial clients in Auburn and Opelika. MaidProfit handles our different pricing tiers and schedules perfectly. Revenue grew 45% after we switched.”