Scale Your Medford Cleaning Company with MaidProfit
Medford cleaning businesses from Tufts University area, Medford Square, West Medford to South Medford use MaidProfit to automate booking, invoicing, and team management.
Medford 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
Medford's Cleaning Market at a Glance
Ranking as Massachusetts's #16 largest city, Medford is home to 63,000+ residents and a thriving local economy. Home to Tufts University with a mix of academic community and Boston commuters in established residential neighborhoods. Employers such as Tufts University, Medford Public Schools, Lawrence Memorial Hospital (nearby) anchor the workforce and fuel household demand for cleaning services.
Medford households earn a median income of $88,000, supporting a median home value of $680,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Tufts University area, Medford Square, West Medford, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Medford's coastal climate brings salt air, humidity, and seasonal storms — creating steady demand for interior cleaning and window washing year-round. With ongoing development and a growing population, Medford's cleaning market offers strong opportunities for businesses ready to invest in professional operations.
Medford's Growing Cleaning Market
With a median household income of $88,000 and steady population growth, Medford homeowners are investing in professional cleaning services. MaidProfit helps you capture that demand.
Top Medford Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where the demand is highest and your business can thrive.
Built for Medford cleaning businesses
From scheduling to invoicing — everything you need to run your Medford cleaning business.
Local Cleaning Rates in Medford
Pricing for cleaning services in Medford is shaped by local demand and cost of living. These rates reflect current market averages.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Regular House Cleaning | $106 – $254 | $164 |
| Deep Clean Service | $205 – $475 | $316 |
| Turnover Cleaning | $254 – $527 | $363 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.08 – $0.18 | $0.12 |
| Regular Weekly Service | $98 – $211 | $140 |
Rates vary across Medford neighborhoods. Premium areas like Tufts University area command 15-25% above average.
What You Need to Operate in Medford
Medford Business License
Medford requires a municipal business license. Apply through Medford City Hall or the Middlesex County clerk's office.
Register with Massachusetts
Register your LLC with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth ($500 filing fee). Obtain a Medford business license from Medford City Hall or the Middlesex County clerk's office.
Massachusetts Sales Tax
Massachusetts charges 6.25% state sales tax plus local rates in Medford. Cleaning services for residential properties are generally exempt, but commercial cleaning may be taxable. Check Middlesex County for the combined local rate.
General Liability Insurance
A must-have for cleaning businesses in Medford. Commercial clients typically require $500K minimum coverage. Plan for $450–$800/year per year.
Workers' Compensation
Massachusetts requires workers' comp for all employers. Budget $2.00–$3.50 per $100 of payroll for cleaning businesses.
Employer Identification Number
If you plan to hire cleaners, you'll need a federal EIN. It's free and takes about 5 minutes to get online.
How Medford cleaning businesses get started with MaidProfit
No complex onboarding — just sign up, configure, and start booking Medford clients.
Plans for Medford cleaning businesses
Flat monthly pricing with no hidden fees — pick the plan that matches your Medford business.
- Handle up to 50 monthly jobs
- Single user account
- Custom booking page
- Basic client management
- Invoice generation
- Revenue analytics
- App integrations
- No booking caps
- Up to 10 team members
- Booking page & client portal
- Advanced client management
- Hands-free invoicing & payments
- Revenue & growth analytics
- Built-in QuickBooks & Stripe
- Includes all Growth features
- No team size limits
- Multi-site operations
- Tailored reporting tools
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- REST API integration
- White-label options
Try any plan free for 14 days. No credit card, no commitment.
Why Medford Cleaning Businesses Choose MaidProfit
Success stories from the cleaning industry
Discover how MaidProfit helps cleaning businesses grow.
“MaidProfit transformed our Medford operation. Scheduling clients across Tufts University area and Medford Square used to take hours — now it's automated. We've added 15 recurring clients in three months.”
“We service both residential and commercial accounts in Medford. MaidProfit's invoicing and team tracking save us 10+ hours a week. Our client retention rate is over 90%.”
“The jump from solo cleaner to business owner happened fast with MaidProfit. Started in West Medford, now we serve clients across Medford with automated scheduling and professional invoicing.”