TL;DR: In Berlin in 2026, hiring a cleaner privately runs about 12 to 18 euros an hour, while going through a company runs about 18 to 30 euros. The industry minimum wage rose to 15.00 euros an hour in January 2026. Whether you want to hire or you clean for a living, CQD New Gen connects the two, free to use right now.
Berlin is one of Europe's biggest and busiest cleaning markets, from Mitte apartments to Kreuzberg offices and short let turnovers across the city. Prices and pay both moved this year, so here are the current, source backed numbers.
Key facts
- The building cleaning industry minimum wage rose to 15.00 euros an hour for maintenance cleaning in January 2026, and 18.40 euros for glass and facade work, according to Infradienst.
- The average hourly pay for cleaning staff in Berlin is about 22 euros in 2026, with self employed cleaners nearer 18 euros and company employed specialists up to 26 euros, per Immo Clean.
- Privately arranged cleaning costs about 12 to 18 euros an hour, while agencies charge about 18 to 30 euros an hour, per Immo Clean.
- A market standard company billing rate in 2026 sits between 25 and 45 euros net an hour, which covers wages, payroll taxes, materials, and overhead, per CleanCalc.
- Skilled supervisors in glass and exterior work can earn a contractual 21.64 euros an hour in 2026, per Infradienst.
What shapes the price in Berlin
Three things move a Berlin quote most. First is who you hire, since a privately arranged cleaner sits at the lower end while an insured company folds in payroll taxes, supplies, and cover, which is why company rates run higher. Second is the job type, as a routine flat clean costs far less than a deep clean, an end of tenancy clean, or an office contract. Third is frequency, because recurring weekly or biweekly bookings usually earn a better rate than a single visit.
One Berlin specific point matters. Paying a cleaner legally, with proper registration and the 2026 minimum wage, is what separates the low informal rates from the fair market ones. It protects both sides and it is the standard we build around.
How to hire a cleaner in Berlin
Start by writing down exactly what you want done and how often, then compare two or three quotes like for like. Confirm whether supplies are included, agree the scope before the first visit, and make sure the arrangement is properly declared. If you would rather skip the back and forth, you can post a cleaning job free on CQD New Gen, describe the property and schedule, and let local cleaners come to you. It is free to post right now, with no commission and no posting fee. What if you only need a Plan A™, one place that just works.
Finding cleaning work in Berlin
If you clean for a living, the numbers tell you where to price. Maintenance cleaning starts at the 15.00 euro industry floor, with the Berlin average nearer 22 euros and specialist glass or facade work paying more. Deep cleans, end of tenancy jobs, and office contracts usually pay above routine domestic rates. On CQD New Gen you can see live cleaning work and apply directly, free to use right now.
FAQ
How much does it cost to hire a cleaner in Berlin in 2026?
Privately arranged cleaning runs about 12 to 18 euros an hour, while a cleaning company charges about 18 to 30 euros an hour. The average pay for cleaning staff in Berlin is around 22 euros an hour.
What is the cleaning minimum wage in Germany in 2026?
The building cleaning industry minimum wage rose to 15.00 euros an hour for maintenance cleaning in January 2026, and 18.40 euros an hour for glass and facade cleaning.
Is it cheaper to hire privately or through a company in Berlin?
Privately arranged cleaning is cheaper per hour, while a company costs more because it includes payroll taxes, supplies, insurance, and cover. Choose based on whether you want the lowest price or added assurance, and always keep it legally declared.
How much do cleaners earn in Berlin?
The Berlin average is about 22 euros an hour in 2026, with self employed cleaners nearer 18 euros and company employed specialists up to 26 euros. Skilled glass and facade supervisors can earn a contractual 21.64 euros an hour.
Where can I hire a cleaner or find cleaning work in Berlin?
You can post a cleaning job or find live cleaning work on CQD New Gen, free to use right now with no commission and no posting fee. Post the job or apply directly and connect locally.
Sources: Infradienst, Immo Clean, CleanCalc.