Grow Your Downey Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Whether you clean in Northeast Downey / Southeast Downey, Northwest Downey / Southwest Downey, Downtown Downey or Downtown Downey / Rio San Gabriel, MaidProfit automates your Downey cleaning business so you can focus on growth.
Key Market Stats for Downey Cleaners
Sources: US Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld, MaidProfit Market Data, Zillow ZHVI
Why Start a Cleaning Business in Downey
With a population of 111,000+, Downey ranks as California's #1 largest city and a key economic center. Downey is a proud, tight-knit city in southeast LA County. It has a mix of older and newer homes, and families here want cleaning companies they can trust and stick with. Major employers including Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Support drive a professional workforce that increasingly relies on cleaning services.
The $68,000 median household income in Downey translates to strong cleaning budgets, especially in residential areas like Northeast Downey / Southeast Downey, Northwest Downey / Southwest Downey, Downtown Downey. At $630,000 median home value, the market supports premium service tiers.
Warm, sunny climate with dry summers and mild winters. Year-round cleaning demand stays strong in this active housing market. Cleaning businesses in Downey benefit from a stable economy, growing neighborhoods, and year-round demand that supports both new customer acquisition and high retention rates.
Downey's Growing Demand
With steady growth and strong household incomes, Downey presents a compelling opportunity for cleaning businesses. MaidProfit helps you seize it with automation and professional tools.
Top Downey Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Key neighborhoods with strong demand for professional cleaning.
Tools built for Downey cleaning professionals
The complete toolkit for managing and scaling your cleaning business in Downey.
Downey Cleaning Service Rates
Downey cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Home Cleaning | $120 – $270 | $190 |
| Detailed Deep Cleaning | $240 – $570 | $380 |
| Turnover Cleaning | $300 – $650 | $460 |
| Commercial Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.11 – $0.22 | $0.15 |
| Regular Weekly Service | $100 – $240 | $160 |
Actual rates in Downey depend on property size and neighborhood. Homes in upscale areas typically cost 20-30% more than these averages.
Downey Cleaning Business Requirements
Downey Business License
Downey requires a city business license. Check with the Downey city clerk or finance office for details.
Register with California
$70
Sales Tax Requirements
7.25%
Commercial Liability Coverage
Liability insurance is critical for Downey cleaners. Most clients expect at least $500K in coverage. Typical cost: $470–$1080/year.
Workers' Comp Insurance
Check California workers' compensation requirements. Coverage is recommended even when not required by law.
Federal EIN
Necessary when you hire staff. Apply for free at IRS.gov — approval is immediate.
Set up your Downey cleaning operation today
No technical setup required — get MaidProfit running for your Downey operation today.
Simple pricing for Downey cleaners
Start small or go all-in — every plan is designed for Downey cleaning companies.
- Up to 50 jobs/month
- Solo operator access
- Professional booking portal
- Client database
- Essential billing tools
- Revenue analytics
- Third-party integrations
- Unlimited appointments
- Up to 10 team members
- Online booking + client portal
- Complete CRM system
- Hands-free invoicing & payments
- Business analytics
- Built-in QuickBooks & Stripe
- All Growth features included
- Unlimited team members
- Multi-site operations
- Tailored reporting tools
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- REST API integration
- White-label options
Every plan starts with a free 14-day trial — no credit card needed.
Built for Cleaning Businesses in Downey
What cleaning business owners are saying
Join hundreds of cleaning businesses already using MaidProfit.
“MaidProfit transformed how I run my cleaning business in Downey. Scheduling and invoicing are completely automated now, and my clients in Northeast Downey / Southeast Downey, Northwest Downey / Southwest Downey, Downtown Downey love the professional experience.”
“We serve clients across Northeast Downey / Southeast Downey, Northwest Downey / Southwest Downey, Downtown Downey and Downtown Downey / Rio San Gabriel. MaidProfit's team management tools let us handle 40+ weekly appointments without missing a beat.”
“Started as a solo cleaner in Downey and grew to an 8-person team with MaidProfit. The online booking and client portal make all the difference in this market.”