Elevate Your Wilkes-Barre Cleaning Business with MaidProfit
From Downtown, South Side, North End to East End — MaidProfit gives Wilkes-Barre cleaning companies the tools to book more jobs, automate operations, and scale faster.
Key Market Stats for Wilkes-Barre Cleaners
Sources: US Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, IBISWorld, MaidProfit Market Data, Zillow ZHVI
The Wilkes-Barre Cleaning Business Opportunity
Wilkes-Barre is the #12 largest city in Pennsylvania with a population of 44,000+. Former coal city with universities and healthcare driving revitalization and very affordable real estate for new businesses. The local economy, anchored by employers like Geisinger Health System, King's College, Luzerne County government, creates sustained demand for both residential and commercial cleaning services.
Wilkes-Barre households earn a median income of $32,000, supporting a median home value of $95,000. The strongest cleaning demand comes from established neighborhoods like Downtown, South Side, North End, where families prioritize regular home maintenance.
Wilkes-Barre's four-season Lehigh Valley climate brings cold winters with snow and salt, hot summers, and colorful falls — each driving unique cleaning needs year-round. As Wilkes-Barre continues to grow, both new residents and established homeowners are driving consistent demand for professional cleaning services.
Wilkes-Barre's Growing Cleaning Market
With a median household income of $32,000 and steady population growth, Wilkes-Barre homeowners are investing in professional cleaning services. MaidProfit helps you capture that demand.
Top Wilkes-Barre Neighborhoods for Cleaning Businesses
Key neighborhoods with strong demand for professional cleaning.
Built for Wilkes-Barre cleaning businesses
From scheduling to invoicing — everything you need to run your Wilkes-Barre cleaning business.
Wilkes-Barre Cleaning Service Rates
Here's what professional cleaners in Wilkes-Barre typically charge for common residential and commercial services.
| Service | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Home Cleaning | $63 – $151 | $98 |
| Deep Cleaning | $122 – $283 | $189 |
| Move-Out/Move-In Cleaning | $151 – $314 | $217 |
| Office/Commercial (per sq ft) | $0.05 – $0.10 | $0.07 |
| Weekly Maintenance Cleaning | $58 – $126 | $84 |
Rates vary across Wilkes-Barre neighborhoods. Premium areas like Downtown command 15-25% above average.
Licensing & Compliance for Wilkes-Barre Cleaners
Wilkes-Barre Business Permit
Wilkes-Barre requires a municipal business license. Apply through Wilkes-Barre City Hall or the Luzerne County clerk's office.
Pennsylvania LLC or Entity Filing
Register your LLC with the Pennsylvania Department of State ($125 filing fee). Obtain a Wilkes-Barre business license from Wilkes-Barre City Hall or the Luzerne County clerk's office.
Tax Obligations
Pennsylvania charges 6% state sales tax plus local rates in Wilkes-Barre. Residential cleaning services are generally exempt but commercial cleaning is taxable. Check Luzerne County for the combined local rate.
General Liability Insurance
Protect your Wilkes-Barre cleaning business with general liability insurance. Minimum $500K coverage is standard. Budget $340–$580/year annually.
Workers' Comp Insurance
Pennsylvania requires workers' comp for all employers. Budget $2.00–$3.50 per $100 of payroll for cleaning.
Federal EIN
Required if hiring employees. Free to obtain online from the IRS.
Start your Wilkes-Barre cleaning business in minutes
Simple setup, powerful results — have your Wilkes-Barre cleaning business automated in minutes.
Pricing that scales with your Wilkes-Barre cleaning business
Straightforward plans with no per-job fees — scale your Wilkes-Barre business without surprises.
- Supports 50 appointments/month
- 1 team member
- Custom booking page
- Contact management
- Essential billing tools
- Revenue analytics
- External tool connections
- Unlimited jobs
- Up to 10 team members
- Online booking + client portal
- Complete CRM system
- Hands-free invoicing & payments
- Business analytics
- Built-in QuickBooks & Stripe
- Everything in Growth
- Unlimited user seats
- Multi-location support
- Tailored reporting tools
- Dedicated support & onboarding
- Full API access
- Custom branding options
All plans come with 14 days free. No credit card necessary to start.
What Makes MaidProfit Right for Wilkes-Barre
Trusted by cleaning businesses everywhere
See why cleaning professionals choose MaidProfit.
“I was drowning in spreadsheets trying to manage our Wilkes-Barre clients. MaidProfit replaced all of that — now booking, billing, and team coordination for Downtown and South Side runs itself.”
“MaidProfit's analytics showed us which Wilkes-Barre neighborhoods were most profitable. We shifted focus, optimized our routes, and increased revenue per cleaner by 25%.”
“What sets MaidProfit apart is how easy it makes growth. I launched in North End, built a reputation, and expanded across Wilkes-Barre — all managed from one dashboard on my phone.”