House Maid Salary in the United States

How much does a House Maid make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a House Maid in the United States is $40,120 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a House Maid's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,951
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,016 to $44,219
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,189
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House Maid Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,219 $3,685 $850 $21
Average $40,120 $3,343 $772 $19
25th Percentile $37,016 $3,085 $712 $18
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Key Factors That Influence House Maid Salaries

A House Maid's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects House Maid Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a House Maid's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $36,215
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $32,680
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,267
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,818
  • Expert (over 8 years): $43,882
Levels Salary
Behaviora... Level House Maid$36,215
Home Care... Level House Maid$32,680
House Mai... Level House Maid$39,267
Home Care... Level House Maid$43,818
Home Care... Level House Maid$43,882
$36,215 0 yr
$32,680 < 2 yrs
$39,267 2-4 yrs
$43,818 5-8 yrs
$43,882 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for House Maids

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $50,604
  • San Francisco: $50,106
  • Oakland: $48,995

What Skills Can Increase a House Maid's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.96% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 5.76% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 3.03% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.96%
CPR 5.76%
First Aid 3.03%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a House Maid's salary.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coordination
$46,540
16%
Collaboration
$45,737
14%
Accountability
$45,336
13%
Care Management
$45,336
13%
Problem Solving
$43,731
9%
Written Communication
$43,330
8%
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How Education impacts a House Maid's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many House Maids enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a House Maid with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $33,262 and $35,106).

House Maid Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for House Maid
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.0%
High School 48.0%
Associates 20.0%
Bachelors 20.0%
Masters 8.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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House Maid Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a House Maid's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for House Maid

Salaries for a House Maid can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $32,334 in 2023 to around $31,941 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of House Maid salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of House Maid Over Time

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2023
$32,334
2024
$32,182
2025
$31,941
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2023 $32,334
2024 $32,182
2025 $31,941
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