Grow Your Cicero Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Hawthorne Works / East Cicero, Grant Works / North Cicero, Warren Park Area to Cermak Road Corridor — MaidProfit gives Cicero cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs, automate operations, and scale faster.
Cicero 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 Cicero Is a Strong Market for Cleaning Businesses
Home to 81,000+ residents, Cicero is Illinois's #11 most populous city. Cicero is one of the largest towns in the US by population, sitting immediately west of Chicago. Its dense bungalow housing stock creates an ideal market for high-volume, route-efficient cleaning operations. The city's economy — powered by Town of Cicero, Cicero School District, Western Electric Legacy/Industrial Corridor — supports thousands of dual-income households that need professional cleaning.
Cicero households earn a median income of $48,900, supporting a median home value of $225,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Hawthorne Works / East Cicero, Grant Works / North Cicero, Warren Park Area, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Cicero shares Chicago's continental climate with cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Urban density means tracked-in road grime, seasonal allergens, and humidity drive consistent cleaning demand. This sustained growth means cleaning businesses in Cicero can build a stable client base while continuously adding new accounts.
Dense Bungalow Belt = Maximum Homes Per Route
Cicero's compact 6 square miles packed with bungalows and two-flats means you can serve more homes per day with less driving than anywhere in Chicagoland. MaidProfit's route optimization turns this density into your biggest competitive advantage.
Top Cicero Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where the demand is highest and your business can thrive.
Built for Cicero cleaning businesses
Every feature designed to help you win more clients and scale faster in Cicero.
What Cicero Cleaners Charge
Cicero cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $90 – $190 | $130 |
| Deep Cleaning | $170 – $355 | $250 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $195 – $400 | $290 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.14 | $0.10 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $75 – $160 | $110 |
Cicero's dense bungalow housing means consistent volume per route. Berwyn and Riverside neighbors offer higher per-job rates. Commercial cleaning along Cermak Road adds revenue diversification.
Cicero Cleaning Business Requirements
Cicero Business License
Cicero requires a business license from Town Hall. If serving Berwyn, Oak Park, or other surrounding municipalities, separate business licenses are required.
Illinois Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Illinois Secretary of State ($150 filing fee, $75 annual report). The Town of Cicero requires a local business license.
Sales Tax Requirements
Illinois charges 6.25% state sales tax plus Cook County and Cicero rates totaling approximately 10.25%. Cleaning services are generally exempt from Illinois sales tax.
General Liability Insurance
Essential for Cicero cleaning businesses. Most commercial clients require proof of at least $500K coverage. Expect $340–$610/year.
Workers' Compensation
Illinois requires workers' comp for all employers. Budget $2.20–$3.80 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses in Cook County.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
How Cicero cleaning businesses get started with MaidProfit
MaidProfit makes it easy for Cicero cleaning businesses to hit the ground running.
Affordable plans for Cicero cleaning companies
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Find the plan that fits your Cicero operation.
- 50 jobs per month
- 1 team member included
- Online booking page
- Client management
- Simple invoicing
- Performance dashboard
- Third-party integrations
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 user accounts
- Online booking + client portal
- Complete CRM system
- Auto-invoicing & online payments
- Performance dashboard
- Built-in QuickBooks & Stripe
- Growth plan features plus more
- Unlimited user seats
- Multiple location management
- Custom reports & exports
- Priority support + onboarding
- API access
- White-label branding
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Built for Cleaning Businesses in Cicero
What cleaning business owners are saying
Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Cicero's dense neighborhoods mean I can serve 8 homes a day with minimal driving. MaidProfit's route optimization takes it even further. We've built 85 recurring weekly clients in just 6 square miles.”
“We serve Cicero and Berwyn — both dense, both full of hardworking families who want clean homes. MaidProfit's automated scheduling and bilingual booking features help us serve our diverse community professionally.”
“Cermak Road businesses and residential clients are our dual markets. MaidProfit manages commercial contracts and residential recurring in one system. The automated invoicing alone saves me 10 hours a week.”