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How much does a cleaning lady cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

$24.78/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a cleaning lady in Santa Cruz, CA is $24.78 per hour. The weekly rate for a cleaning lady in Santa Cruz, CA is $991 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $3,221 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in November 2024.

Here's a comparison of cleaning lady costs in Santa Cruz, CA to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a cleaning lady in Santa Cruz, CA is approximately 11% higher than California average starting rate of $22.36 per hour and 24% higher than the national average of $19.93.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Santa Cruz, CA

$24.78/hr

$31.96/hr

California

$22.36/hr

$31.06/hr

United States

$19.93/hr

$28.72/hr

$24.78

$31.96

Santa Cruz, CA

$22.36

$31.06

California

$19.93

$28.72

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for cleaning ladies near Santa Cruz, CA

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable cleaning lady services. When evaluating cleaning lady pay rates in Santa Cruz, CA and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Ben Lomond, CA

$20.00/hr

$25.50/hr

Watsonville, CA

$21.46/hr

$27.62/hr

Capitola, CA

$22.80/hr

$34.00/hr

Santa Clara, CA

$22.92/hr

$32.12/hr

Felton, CA

$24.80/hr

$37.00/hr

These are the most expensive cities for cleaning ladies near Santa Cruz, CA

You may pay more per hour for a cleaning lady near Santa Cruz, CA and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for cleaning lady services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing cleaning lady rates and hiring a cleaning lady near Santa Cruz, CA.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Menlo Park, CA

$29.40/hr

$37.20/hr

Sunnyvale, CA

$29.08/hr

$39.65/hr

Palo Alto, CA

$28.91/hr

$37.09/hr

Redwood City, CA

$28.75/hr

$37.20/hr

Mountain View, CA

$27.24/hr

$36.09/hr

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