Texas cleaning cost benchmarks · Regional Cost Index 0.96

Commercial Cleaning Cost in Texas (2026 Benchmarks)

Commercial cleaning in Texas runs an estimated $0.048$0.240 per square foot per visit in 2026, about 4% below the national average. Texas carries a Regional Cost Index of 0.96 (national = 1.00), applied to CleanQuote's national benchmark ranges. Every figure below is a budgeting estimate, not a quote.

Written by CleanQuote Editorial TeamReviewed by Facilities Operations Review BoardLast reviewed June 2026

Texas Cleaning Cost Benchmarks

Each range is CleanQuote's national benchmark for that service multiplied by the Texas Regional Cost Index (0.96). The national column is shown alongside so any lifted figure stays accurate in context.

ServiceNational rangeTexas lowTexas typicalTexas highUnit
Commercial cleaning$0.050$0.250$0.048$0.144$0.240$/sq ft/visit
Office cleaning$0.080$0.150$0.077$0.110$0.144$/sq ft/visit
Medical / clinical cleaning$0.130$0.250$0.125$0.182$0.240$/sq ft/visit
Day porter (loaded rate)$18$35$17$25$34$/hour
Texas figures = national benchmark × 0.96 Regional Cost Index. Budgeting estimates, not quotes.

How the Texas 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). Texas's RCI of 0.96 maps to the “Suburban / small metro” tier used by the CleanQuote calculators, so benchmark and calculator outputs reconcile.

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Methodology & Sources

Texas figures are derived by applying the Texas Regional Cost Index (0.96) 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 Texas?

Commercial cleaning in Texas runs an estimated $0.048–$0.240 per square foot per visit in 2026, about 4% below the national average. Texas carries a Regional Cost Index of 0.96 (national = 1.00), applied to CleanQuote's national benchmark ranges. These are budgeting estimates, not quotes.

Why is cleaning less expensive in Texas?

Commercial cleaning price is labor-dominated, so regional differences track local janitorial wages and cost of living. Texas's Regional Cost Index of 0.96 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 Texas?

A fully-loaded day porter rate in Texas is estimated at $17–$34 per hour in 2026, scaling the national $18–$35 range by the 0.96 Regional Cost Index. Use the day porter staffing calculator for a facility-specific estimate.

Are these Texas figures quotes?

No. Every figure is a budgeting range derived by applying Texas'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.

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