Run Your Missouri Cleaning Business Like a Pro
From St. Louis to Kansas City, Springfield to Columbia, Missouri cleaning businesses trust MaidProfit to handle scheduling, invoicing, and client management while they focus on growth.
Missouri Cleaning Market at a Glance
Data sources: HomeAdvisor 2024, IBISWorld 2024, Industry Data, U.S. Census Bureau 2024, Zillow 2024
Why Missouri’s Twin-Metro Market Is Built for Cleaning Businesses
Missouri is unique among Midwest states in having two major metro areas on opposite ends of the state. St. Louis and Kansas City each anchor markets of 2–3 million people, giving Missouri cleaning businesses two distinct growth corridors — or the chance to dominate one before expanding to the other.
The St. Louis metro offers a mature market with strong demand for residential and commercial cleaning. Affluent suburbs like Chesterfield, Ladue, and Clayton support premium residential rates, while the city’s healthcare corridor (Barnes-Jewish, Washington University) creates steady commercial demand. On the western side, Kansas City’s economic boom — driven by tech, logistics, and construction — is fueling rapid growth in both residential and commercial cleaning.
Missouri’s affordable cost of living keeps overhead manageable. Labor, insurance, and vehicle costs are well below national averages, while the two metros’ combined population of over 5 million provides more than enough demand to build a highly profitable operation. Springfield, Columbia, and the Lake of the Ozarks add further opportunity in the state’s midsection.
Two Major Metros, One State of Opportunity
Missouri’s St. Louis and Kansas City metros give you two major markets within one state. Whether you start in one and expand to the other, or build a statewide brand from day one, Missouri’s dual-metro advantage is hard to beat in the Midwest.
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What Missouri Cleaners Charge
Missouri rates are Midwest-competitive, with premium pricing in the affluent suburbs of both major metros.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Standard House Cleaning | $90 – $210 | $140 |
| Deep Cleaning | $175 – $390 | $270 |
| Move-Out Cleaning | $210 – $460 | $320 |
| Office Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.15 | $0.10 |
| Recurring Weekly Service | $80 – $175 | $120 |
St. Louis’s West County (Chesterfield, Ladue) and Kansas City’s Johnson County suburbs (on the Kansas side) command the highest rates. Central city areas of both metros are mid-range. Springfield and outstate Missouri are at the lower end.
Missouri Cleaning Business Requirements
Business Registration
Register your business with the Missouri Secretary of State. LLCs can be filed online for $50. Sole proprietors using a fictitious name must file a DBA with the Secretary of State as well.
Sales Tax
Missouri has a 4.225% state sales tax, plus local taxes that can bring the total to 10%+ in some areas. Cleaning services may be subject to sales tax depending on the nature of the work. Consult the Missouri Department of Revenue for specific guidance.
General Liability Insurance
Not legally required, but strongly recommended. Most Missouri cleaning businesses carry $500K–$1M in coverage. Expect $350–$700 per year.
No State Cleaning License
Missouri does not require a state-level cleaning license. St. Louis and Kansas City both require a local business license. Many suburban municipalities have their own registration requirements.
Workers’ Compensation
Missouri requires workers’ compensation insurance for employers with five or more employees. Businesses in the construction industry need coverage with one or more employees. Cleaning businesses with fewer than five may be exempt but should consider coverage.
Federal EIN
Obtain a free Federal Employer Identification Number from the IRS if you form an LLC, hire employees, or need to open a business bank account.
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Why Missouri Cleaning Businesses Choose MaidProfit
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“We started in South County and now cover all of St. Louis’s West County suburbs. MaidProfit’s scheduling and route management turned what was a logistical headache into a smooth daily operation for our 14-person team.”
“Kansas City’s market is growing fast, and MaidProfit let us grow with it. We went from a husband-wife team to 10 employees in 18 months. The automated invoicing alone pays for itself ten times over.”
“I run cleaning operations in both Springfield and Columbia. MaidProfit’s multi-location tools let me manage two markets from one dashboard without hiring a dispatcher. My profit margins have never been better.”