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Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$42,660
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.1% vs 2024
$45,930
Mean Salary
$42,660
Median Salary
$20.51
Hourly Rate
103,430 people work as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California earn a median salary of $42,660 per year ($3,555/month).
This is 23.0% above the national average of $34,694.
California ranks #3 out of 51 states for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners pay.
Approximately 103,430 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 6.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. Duties may include making beds, replenishing linens, cleaning rooms and halls, and vacuuming.
Top Skills
Service Orientation
3.12
Coordination
3.0
Time Management
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
2.88
Active Listening
2.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.04
English Language
3.22
Public Safety and Security
3.18
Administration and Management
2.91
Chemistry
2.45
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(44.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California
Salaries for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California range from $35,680 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $63,450 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,990 and $49,330.
Median $42,660
P10: $35,680P25: $36,990P75: $49,330P90: $63,450
10th
$35,680
25th
$36,990
Median
$42,660
75th
$49,330
90th
$63,450
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$35,680
$17.15
$2,973
25th Percentile
$36,990
$17.78
$3,082
Median (50th)
$42,660
$20.51
$3,555
75th Percentile
$49,330
$23.72
$4,110
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$63,450
$30.50
$5,287
Note: The mean (average) salary of $45,930 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in California?
The median annual salary for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California is $42,660 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $45,930.
What is the salary range for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California?
Salaries for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California range from $35,680 at the 10th percentile to $63,450 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,990 and $49,330.
What is the starting salary for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California?
Entry-level Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners positions in California typically start around $35,680 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,990 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 103,430 people are employed as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in California is approximately $20.51 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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