Elevate Your Auburn Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Serving Lea Hill, Lakeland Hills, West Auburn and beyond — MaidProfit helps Auburn cleaning businesses streamline scheduling, win more clients, and grow revenue.
Cleaning Industry Data for Auburn
Based on data from BLS, US Census, IBISWorld Industry Reports, MaidProfit Analytics, Zillow Home Values
Why Auburn Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Home to 87,000+ residents, Auburn is Washington's #11 most populous city. Auburn straddles King and Pierce counties in the Green River Valley, offering a more affordable alternative to Seattle and Bellevue while still being part of the metro's strong cleaning market. The city's economy — powered by Muckleshoot Casino, Boeing, Auburn School District — supports thousands of dual-income households that need professional cleaning.
Auburn households earn a median income of $66,200, supporting a median home value of $430,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Lea Hill, Lakeland Hills, West Auburn, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Auburn's Green River Valley setting brings Pacific Northwest rain and mild temperatures year-round. Frequent rain tracks in mud and moisture, driving consistent cleaning demand. As Auburn continues to grow, both new residents and established homeowners are driving consistent demand for professional cleaning services.
Affordable Suburb = Growing Client Base
Auburn's relative affordability is attracting families priced out of Seattle and Bellevue. These new homeowners are building lives — and hiring cleaners. MaidProfit helps you capture this growing market in Lea Hill and Lakeland Hills.
Top Auburn Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where your cleaning business can find the best clients.
Everything Auburn cleaning companies need
From scheduling to invoicing — everything you need to run your Auburn cleaning business.
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 | $105 – $235 | $155 |
| Deep Cleaning | $200 – $430 | $300 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $235 – $490 | $350 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.08 – $0.16 | $0.11 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $90 – $195 | $135 |
Lakeland Hills and Lea Hill command the highest residential rates. West Auburn and North Auburn offer consistent mid-range volume. The Muckleshoot area provides unique commercial cleaning opportunities.
Auburn Cleaning Business Requirements
Auburn Business License
Auburn requires a city business license. Apply through the Finance Department. State UBI number required. Note Auburn spans King and Pierce counties.
Washington Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Washington Secretary of State ($200). Auburn requires a city business license.
Sales Tax Requirements
Washington charges 10.1% combined sales tax in Auburn (6.5% state + 3.6% local). Cleaning services are subject to sales tax.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for Auburn cleaning businesses. Most commercial clients require proof of at least $500K coverage. Expect $380–$700/year.
Workers' Compensation
Washington requires workers' comp for all employees through L&I. Budget $1.50–$2.90 per $100 of payroll.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
Start your Auburn cleaning business in minutes
MaidProfit makes it easy for Auburn cleaning businesses to hit the ground running.
Choose the right plan for your Auburn cleaning business
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Find the plan that fits your Auburn operation.
- Supports 50 appointments/month
- 1 team member included
- Professional booking portal
- Contact management
- Essential billing tools
- Business analytics
- Third-party integrations
- No booking caps
- Up to 10 team members
- Online scheduling + client portal
- Advanced client management
- Automated billing & payment collection
- Analytics dashboard
- QuickBooks + Stripe integrations
- All Growth features included
- Unlimited user seats
- Multiple location management
- Custom reports & exports
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- Developer API access
- Custom branding options
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Why MaidProfit Works for Auburn Cleaners
Hear from cleaning professionals like you
Real feedback from cleaning business operators across the country.
“Lea Hill families are our core market — they want reliable weekly cleaning. MaidProfit's automated scheduling keeps our 55 recurring clients perfectly organized. We've grown to a 6-person team.”
“Lakeland Hills is a goldmine for recurring cleaning clients. MaidProfit's online booking and client portal bring in 4 new clients monthly. Route optimization between Lakeland and North Auburn saves us real time.”
“We cover Auburn and Algona with a 5-person team. MaidProfit handles our scheduling and invoicing so we can focus on quality. Revenue is up 30% since we switched from spreadsheets.”