Elevate Your St. Louis Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
Whether you clean in Central West End / Soulard, Tower Grove South / The Hill, Downtown St. Louis or Shaw / Benton Park, MaidProfit automates your St. Louis cleaning business so you can focus on growth.
St. Louis Cleaning Market at a Glance
Data compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census Bureau, IBISWorld, MaidProfit internal data, Zillow
Understanding the St. Louis Cleaning Market
St. Louis (301,000+ residents, #1 in Missouri) offers a robust market for cleaning entrepreneurs. St. Louis has a mix of beautiful old homes and growing new neighborhoods. Cleaning businesses do well here because the cost of living is low, so you can start cheap and grow fast. With anchor employers including BJC HealthCare, Emerson Electric, Edward Jones, the local economy generates consistent demand for residential and commercial cleaning.
The median household income in St. Louis is $45,782, and the median home value sits at $175,000. Neighborhoods like Central West End / Soulard, Tower Grove South / The Hill, Downtown St. Louis represent the core of the residential cleaning market, with homeowners who value recurring service and reliability.
Four-season climate with hot summers and cold winters. Spring and fall cleaning drives peak demand. Cleaning businesses in St. Louis benefit from a stable economy, growing neighborhoods, and year-round demand that supports both new customer acquisition and high retention rates.
St. Louis's Expanding Cleaning Market
Population growth and rising home values are driving demand for cleaning services in St. Louis. MaidProfit equips your business with the tools to meet that demand efficiently.
Top St. Louis Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Where your cleaning business can find the best clients.
Built for St. Louis cleaning businesses
Streamline operations and grow your St. Louis cleaning company with these built-in tools.
What St. Louis Cleaners Charge
St. Louis cleaning rates reflect the local cost of living. Here's what businesses in the area charge.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Regular House Cleaning | $80 – $180 | $120 |
| Deep Clean Service | $160 – $370 | $250 |
| Turnover Cleaning | $200 – $430 | $300 |
| Commercial Cleaning (per sq ft) | $0.07 – $0.14 | $0.10 |
| Regular Weekly Service | $70 – $160 | $110 |
These averages reflect typical rates in St. Louis. Factors like home size, condition, and neighborhood can move prices 15-25% in either direction.
What You Need to Operate in St. Louis
Local Business Permit
St. Louis requires a city business license. Check with the St. Louis city clerk or finance office for details.
State Entity Registration
$50
Tax Obligations
4.225%
Business Liability Insurance
Protect your St. Louis cleaning business with general liability insurance. Minimum $500K coverage is standard. Budget $310–$710/year annually.
Workers' Compensation
Check Missouri workers' compensation requirements. Coverage is recommended even when not required by law.
IRS Employer ID
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
Get your St. Louis cleaning company up and running fast
No complex onboarding — just sign up, configure, and start booking St. Louis clients.
Simple pricing for St. Louis cleaners
Transparent pricing for St. Louis cleaning businesses — no contracts, cancel anytime.
- Supports 50 appointments/month
- Single user account
- Online booking page
- Basic client management
- Basic invoicing
- Performance dashboard
- App integrations
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 user accounts
- Booking page & client portal
- Advanced client management
- Auto-invoicing & online payments
- Analytics dashboard
- QuickBooks & Stripe sync
- Includes all Growth features
- Unlimited team accounts
- Multi-location support
- Tailored reporting tools
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- Full API access
- Brand customization
All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required.
Why St. Louis Cleaners Trust MaidProfit
Cleaning business owners love MaidProfit
Hear from real cleaning business owners.
“MaidProfit transformed how I run my cleaning business in St. Louis. Scheduling and invoicing are completely automated now, and my clients in Central West End / Soulard, Tower Grove South / The Hill, Downtown St. Louis love the professional experience.”
“We serve clients across Central West End / Soulard, Tower Grove South / The Hill, Downtown St. Louis and Shaw / Benton Park. MaidProfit's team management tools let us handle 40+ weekly appointments without missing a beat.”
“Started as a solo cleaner in St. Louis and grew to an 8-person team with MaidProfit. The online booking and client portal make all the difference in this market.”