Most vacation rental cleaners earn $50 to $150 per turnover, with an effective hourly rate of $25 to $50. GleamSync reports the following ranges by property size: $40-$90 for a 1BR, $50-$130 for a 2BR, $70-$175 for a 3BR, $100-$225 for a 4BR, and $150-$350+ for a 5BR or larger. Flat per-turnover rates are the industry standard. Cleaning platforms and agencies add a 15-30% markup.
Pay by property size
All figures below are from GleamSync's cleaner rate data. These are independent cleaner rates (not agency).
| Property Size | Pay Range | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1BR | $40 - $90 | ~$55 |
| 2BR | $50 - $130 | ~$75 |
| 3BR | $70 - $175 | ~$100 |
| 4BR | $100 - $225 | ~$140 |
| 5BR+ | $150 - $350+ | Varies widely |
The wide ranges reflect market variation. According to GleamSync's cleaning fee data, average guest-facing cleaning fees are $252 in Hawaii, $190 in California, and $188 in Colorado. The cleaner pay is typically lower than the guest-facing fee, with the difference covering supplies, coordination, and margin. According to AirROI's analysis of 685,000 US listings, cleaning fees average 25-50% of the nightly ADR across most property sizes.
Independent cleaners vs. agencies
Most property managers start with independent cleaners and add agency relationships as they scale:
- Independent cleaners: The rates above. You handle scheduling, quality management, backup coverage, and 1099 documentation. Reliability depends on the individual.
- Cleaning platforms/agencies: According to GleamSync, cleaning marketplace or service platform fees add a 15-30% markup. The agency handles staffing, backups, and insurance.
Add-ons that change the rate
According to GleamSync, common add-on charges beyond the base turnover rate include:
- Pet cleaning surcharge: $15 - $40 per turnover
- Extra bed setup/teardown: $10 - $25 per bed
- Hot tub chemical checks: Varies, typically quoted as a separate line item
Related
Vacation Rental Cleaning Cost Guide (Full Market Data) How to Onboard Vacation Rental CleanersSources
- GleamSync. What to Pay a Vacation Rental Cleaner. Per-turnover rates, add-ons, and platform markup data.
- GleamSync. Airbnb Cleaning Fee Calculator. State and city-level cleaning fee averages.
- AirROI. Airbnb Cleaning Fees: How Much to Charge in 2026. Fee-to-ADR ratios from 685,000 listings.