Streamline Your Iowa City Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From the University of Iowa campus to Coralville, North Liberty to the Ped Mall — MaidProfit helps Iowa City cleaning companies serve the university corridor’s diverse cleaning needs.
Why Iowa City’s University Market Creates Cleaning Demand
Iowa City is home to the University of Iowa, a major research university with 30,000+ students and thousands of faculty and staff. This creates a unique and reliable cleaning market: faculty families need recurring cleaning, off-campus rentals need turnover cleaning, and university events drive commercial demand.
The Iowa City-Coralville-North Liberty corridor has been one of eastern Iowa’s fastest-growing areas. North Liberty, in particular, has seen explosive residential growth, creating new neighborhoods of young families who need cleaning services. Coralville’s hotel and vacation rental market also provides turnover cleaning opportunities.
Iowa City’s designation as a UNESCO City of Literature and its vibrant cultural scene attract affluent residents who value quality of life — including professional cleaning. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, the city’s largest employer, provides a massive base of healthcare professionals.
University Town Advantage
University of Iowa faculty, medical professionals, and visiting researchers create a premium client base. Student housing turnovers provide consistent seasonal revenue. MaidProfit helps you manage both segments.
Everything you need to scale
Built specifically for cleaning businesses — not generic software adapted for your industry.
What Iowa City Cleaners Charge
Iowa City cleaning rates are moderate, with premium demand near the university.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $85 – $185 | $125 |
| Deep Cleaning | $160 – $350 | $235 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $180 – $380 | $260 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.13 | $0.09 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $75 – $155 | $105 |
University Heights and near-campus faculty neighborhoods command premium rates. North Liberty and Coralville offer suburban volume. Student housing turnovers are high-volume, competitive-rate work during August and May.
Iowa City Cleaning Business Requirements
Johnson County Registration
Register your DBA with the Johnson County Recorder if using a trade name.
Iowa Business Registration
Register your LLC with the Iowa Secretary of State ($50 filing fee).
Iowa Sales Tax
Iowa’s 6% state sales tax plus local options may apply to cleaning services.
General Liability Insurance
Recommended. University-area property managers often require proof of insurance. Expect $300–$600/year.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance
Required in Iowa for all employers. Rates are approximately $1.50–$3.00 per $100 of payroll.
Student Housing Regulations
If cleaning off-campus student housing, be aware of city rental inspection requirements that may affect scheduling during turnover periods.
Up and running in minutes
No technical setup required. If you can send an email, you can run MaidProfit.
Simple, predictable pricing
No per-job fees. No surprise charges. Cancel anytime.
- Up to 50 jobs/month
- 1 team member
- Online booking page
- Client management
- Basic invoicing
- Analytics dashboard
- Integrations
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 team members
- Online booking + client portal
- Full CRM
- Automated invoicing & payments
- Analytics dashboard
- QuickBooks + Stripe integrations
- Everything in Growth
- Unlimited team members
- Multi-location support
- Custom reporting
- Priority support + onboarding
- API access
- White-label options
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Trusted by cleaning businesses everywhere
Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“Iowa City’s university market is perfect for cleaning businesses. Faculty families want recurring service, and student turnovers keep us busy every August and May. MaidProfit handles both segments seamlessly.”
“We serve Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty. MaidProfit’s zone scheduling keeps our routes tight. The automated invoicing alone saves 8 hours a week.”
“UI Hospitals professionals are our primary clients. They value professionalism and reliability. MaidProfit’s client portal and automated reminders are exactly what they expect from a premium service.”