How Much Does a Housekeeper Make in the United States?
The average base salary for a Housekeeper in the United States is a month or $34,650 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Average Housekeeper Base Salary:
The average wage for a Housekeeper is per hour.
Housekeepers in the hospitality industry often receive tips from guests, adding to their overall earnings.
Annual Mean Wage of Housekeepers by State
[Source: BLS]
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Housekeeper Salary in Major US Cities
Annual mean wage
$32,410
# of employees
18,100
Annual mean wage
$47,040
# of employees
39,780
Annual mean wage
$38,590
# of employees
21,940
Annual mean wage
$41,980
# of employees
30,750
[Source: BLS]
High-Paying Cities for Housekeepers
| City | Avg Salary | Avg Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 38,590 | 18.55 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 41,980 | 20.18 |
| Miami, FL | 32,410 | 15.58 |
| NYC, NY | 47,040 | 22.62 |
Average Housekeeper Salary by State
Explore the average Housekeeper salary by state.
| State | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $25,740 |
| Alaska | $36,880 |
| Arizona | $34,770 |
| Arkansas | $27,840 |
| California | $43,570 |
| Colorado | $37,690 |
| Connecticut | $36,310 |
| Delaware | $30,500 |
| Florida | $32,230 |
| Georgia | $28,570 |
| Hawaii | $49,460 |
| Idaho | $32,560 |
| Illinois | $37,110 |
| Indiana | $31,150 |
| Iowa | $31,440 |
| Kansas | $29,170 |
| Kentucky | $28,310 |
| Louisiana | $25,440 |
| Maine | $36,000 |
| Maryland | $33,150 |
| Massachusetts | $41,700 |
| Michigan | $32,310 |
| Minnesota | $36,150 |
| Mississippi | $23,920 |
| Missouri | $30,880 |
| Montana | $32,400 |
| Nebraska | $30,100 |
| Nevada | $40,440 |
| New Hampshire | $35,020 |
| New Jersey | $36,540 |
| New Mexico | $30,330 |
| New York | $46,610 |
| North Carolina | $30,470 |
| North Dakota | $32,060 |
| Ohio | $29,940 |
| Oklahoma | $26,470 |
| Oregon | $36,300 |
| Pennsylvania | $32,340 |
| Rhode Island | $35,660 |
| South Carolina | $28,680 |
| South Dakota | $29,960 |
| Tennessee | $29,880 |
| Texas | $28,770 |
| Utah | $34,050 |
| Vermont | $36,820 |
| Virginia | $31,180 |
| Washington | $39,310 |
| West Virginia | $27,180 |
| Wisconsin | $32,720 |
| Wyoming | $32,720 |
| District of Columbia | $45,610 |
Labor Laws and Taxes for Housekeepers
As a Housekeeper, you need to be aware of the minimum wage, overtime pay, leave and tipping policies in your state.
Check out the guides below or view more labor laws:
- New York Labor Law Guide
- Illinois Labor Law Guide
- California Labor Law Guide
- Florida Labor Law Guide
To easily calculate federal, state and local taxes in your state, use our free Paycheck Calculator.
