New York City cleaning cost benchmarks · Regional Cost Index 1.30
Commercial Cleaning Cost in New York City (2026 Benchmarks)
Commercial cleaning in New York City runs an estimated $0.065–$0.325 per square foot per visit in 2026, about 30% above the national average. New York City carries a Regional Cost Index of 1.30 (national = 1.00), applied to CleanQuote's national benchmark ranges. Every figure below is a budgeting estimate, not a quote.
New York City Cleaning Cost Benchmarks
Each range is CleanQuote's national benchmark for that service multiplied by the New York City Regional Cost Index (1.30). The national column is shown alongside so any lifted figure stays accurate in context.
| Service | National range | New York City low | New York City typical | New York City high | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial cleaning | $0.050–$0.250 | $0.065 | $0.195 | $0.325 | $/sq ft/visit |
| Office cleaning | $0.080–$0.150 | $0.104 | $0.150 | $0.195 | $/sq ft/visit |
| Medical / clinical cleaning | $0.130–$0.250 | $0.169 | $0.247 | $0.325 | $/sq ft/visit |
| Day porter (loaded rate) | $18–$35 | $23 | $34 | $46 | $/hour |
How the New York City Regional Cost Index is calculated
Commercial cleaning price is labor-dominated, so regional differences track local janitorial wages and cost of living. The Regional Cost Index (RCI) is computed as 70% weight on the ratio of regional to national janitorial wages (BLS OEWS, SOC 37-2011) plus 30% weight on the regional price parity (BEA RPP). New York City's RCI of 1.30 maps to the “Major metro” tier used by the CleanQuote calculators, so benchmark and calculator outputs reconcile.
Estimate your New York City cost
Each calculator opens pre-filled for New York City, so its default scenario lands inside the ranges above.
Commercial Cleaning Cost Calculator
Monthly & annual estimate, pre-filled for this region.
Office Cleaning Cost Calculator
Office per-visit and monthly budgeting.
Medical Cleaning Cost Calculator
Clinical / exam-room cleaning estimate.
Day Porter Staffing Calculator
Porter hours and loaded-rate cost.
Janitorial Production Rate Calculator
Labor hours from square footage.
Floor Care Frequency Calculator
Strip, wax, and buff scheduling.
Methodology & Sources
New York City, NY figures are derived by applying the New York City Regional Cost Index (1.30) to CleanQuote's national benchmark ranges. The index uses public BLS OEWS wage data and BEA regional price parities. These are estimated budgeting ranges, not quotes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does commercial cleaning cost in New York City?
Commercial cleaning in New York City runs an estimated $0.065–$0.325 per square foot per visit in 2026, about 30% above the national average. New York City carries a Regional Cost Index of 1.30 (national = 1.00), applied to CleanQuote's national benchmark ranges. These are budgeting estimates, not quotes.
Why is cleaning more expensive in New York City?
Commercial cleaning price is labor-dominated, so regional differences track local janitorial wages and cost of living. New York City's Regional Cost Index of 1.30 is derived from public BLS OEWS wage data (SOC 37-2011) and BEA regional price parities, then applied uniformly to every national benchmark range.
What does a day porter cost in New York City?
A fully-loaded day porter rate in New York City is estimated at $23–$46 per hour in 2026, scaling the national $18–$35 range by the 1.30 Regional Cost Index. Use the day porter staffing calculator for a facility-specific estimate.
Are these New York City figures quotes?
No. Every figure is a budgeting range derived by applying New York City's Regional Cost Index to CleanQuote's national benchmark data. Actual pricing depends on scope, building condition, specialty work, and local competition. Request quotes to compare against your budget range.
Related Resources
New York Cleaning Cost Benchmarks
Statewide benchmarks for New York.
Benchmark Center
All national cleaning cost benchmarks.
Cleaning Services in New York City
Local providers and service details.
Commercial Cleaning FAQ
Pricing, scope, and scheduling questions.
Medical Cleaning FAQ
Clinical and compliance cleaning questions.
Cost Per Square Foot
How per-square-foot pricing works.
Production Rate
Square feet cleaned per labor hour.
Day Porter
On-site daytime maintenance staffing.
Loaded Labor Rate
Wage plus burden and overhead.
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