South Australia Price Guide — 2026

Cleaning Cost in SA

Detailed pricing guide for cleaning in South Australia. Understand what you should pay, what affects the price, and how to get the best value.

Average Cost
$50–$60
per hour
SA vs National
-5–10% below national average
cost modifier
Licence Body
Consumer and Business Services SA (CBS)
regulator

Cleaning Market in South Australia

More affordable than eastern states, strong value for money

Lower cost of living translates to more competitive trade rates

Heritage stone work is a specialist skill commanding premium rates

Strong solar market — highest per-capita solar uptake in Australia

Where Your Money Goes — Cleaning in SA

Labour75%

Tradesperson time, travel, and expertise — $78,000–$95,000/year for licensed tradies

Materials15%

Parts, fixtures, consumables, and equipment hire

Overhead10%

Insurance, licensing, vehicle, and business costs

What SA Tradies Earn

Licensed cleaning tradies in South Australia typically earn $78,000–$95,000/year for licensed tradies. This is why hourly rates seem high — they cover wages, insurance, vehicle, tools, and business costs.

When you hire a licensed tradie, you're paying for their expertise, their licence (which protects you), and their insurance (which covers you if something goes wrong).

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Quick Price Reference

Regular Clean$120–$280
Deep Clean$280–$600
End of Lease$350–$800
Commercial Clean$500–$3,000+
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