40 Cleaning Services Industry Statistics (2026)
The cleaning services industry is one of the largest and most resilient service sectors globally, spanning residential housekeeping, commercial janitorial services, and specialized sanitation. Post-pandemic hygiene awareness continues to drive demand, while labor shortages and technology adoption are reshaping how cleaning businesses operate and scale.
40 Cleaning Services Industry Statistics (2026) reveal key trends in scheduling and appointment management. This page compiles 40 data points from industry sources to help you make informed decisions. Sources include G2, Capterra, and published industry research.
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Cleaning Services Market Size & Growth
Cleaning Industry Labor & Workforce
Of cleaning companies report difficulty finding and retaining workers.
Of cleaning businesses increased wages by 10%+ in 2025 to combat labor shortages.
Residential Cleaning Trends
Of U.S. households use professional cleaning services at least occasionally.
Residential cleaning clients book recurring (weekly or biweekly) services.
Of households hiring cleaners cite time savings as the primary motivation.
Of new residential cleaning clients find their cleaner through online searches.
Of residential cleaning customers use app-based booking platforms.
Of residential clients say consistent quality is their top priority.
Commercial Cleaning Market
U.S. commercial cleaning and janitorial services market size.
Increase in demand for disinfection services since the pandemic.
Average cost per square foot for commercial cleaning services.
Of commercial clients have increased cleaning frequency since 2020.
Technology Adoption in Cleaning Services
Of commercial cleaning firms have adopted robotic cleaning equipment.
Of cleaning businesses with online booking report faster client acquisition.
Revenue growth reported by cleaning businesses after adopting management software.
What the Data Tells Us
The global cleaning services market is worth $633 billion, with the U.S. segment at $90 billion.
3.2 million Americans work in cleaning and janitorial roles, though the industry faces a 42% turnover rate.
32% of U.S. households use professional cleaning services, with most booking recurring visits.
Commercial cleaning demand surged post-pandemic, with 43% more disinfection services and rising budgets.
38% of cleaning businesses use scheduling software, with adopters seeing 29% revenue growth.
78% of cleaning companies report difficulty retaining workers, making efficiency tools critical.
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