Daycare and School Cleaning in El Paso, TX
Typical cost in El Paso: $2,350 to $2,750 a month for a 10,000 sq ft daycare or school.
Tell us about your daycare or school. We'll send your request to one local commercial cleaning company that serves El Paso, Texas. They'll set up a walkthrough and send you a written proposal.
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What daycare and school cleaning costs in El Paso
| Building | Estimated monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Daycare center4,000 sq ft · 5 visits a week | $1,600 to $1,800 |
| Large daycare or private school10,000 sq ft · 5 visits a week | $2,350 to $2,750 |
| School building40,000 sq ft · 5 visits a week | $7,500 to $9,000 |
For the same mid-size building, El Paso is about 18% below the U.S. median and about 13% below the Texas median. Labor is most of the cost, so the local janitor wage drives the difference.
Estimated with standard janitorial production rates and the El Paso, TX median janitor wage of $14.72 an hour (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025). Includes labor, supplies, supervision, overhead and a typical contractor margin. The low end is a standard scope and the high end a detailed one. Your building's proposal will depend on its layout, restrooms and floors. How we estimate prices.
Local market in El Paso
- 117 child care centers and 15 private schools in El Paso-area ZIP codes
- 94 janitorial service companies based in El Paso County
- 681,723 residents, about the same as in 2020
- $14.72 an hour: the median janitor wage in the El Paso, TX area
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 ZIP Code and County Business Patterns and 2024 population estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025.
What's included
Classrooms, restrooms and eating areas used by children need to be cleaned and disinfected every day, after the children leave, with products that are safe to use around kids. Most centers are cleaned five nights a week, with a deeper clean over summer or holiday breaks.
Every visit
- Clean and disinfect tables, chairs, counters and high-touch points in every classroom
- Clean and disinfect restrooms, including child-height fixtures
- Clean eating areas and the kitchen
- Vacuum rugs and carpet, mop hard floors
- Empty trash and diaper pails according to your policy
- Spot-clean doors, glass and walls at child height
Weekly, monthly or a few times a year
- Cubbies, window sills, vents and baseboards
- Carpet and rug extraction
- Hard-floor strip and wax, usually over summer
- Summer and holiday deep clean
Areas served around El Paso
El Paso is in El Paso County, part of the El Paso, TX metro area.
ZIP codes: 79901, 79902, 79903, 79904, 79905, 79906, 79907, 79911, 79912, 79915, 79920, 79922, 79924, 79925, 79930, 79932, 79934, 79935, 79936
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Frequently asked questions
How much does daycare and school cleaning cost in El Paso, TX?
For a 10,000 square foot daycare or school cleaned 5 times a week, expect about $2,350 to $2,750 a month in El Paso. A smaller daycare or school starts around $1,600 a month. Classrooms are quick to clean, but restroom count and the extra disinfecting of touch points add time. Summer deep cleans and floor refinishing are usually priced separately.
How do I get a cleaning quote in El Paso?
Send the short form on this page. We pass your request to one local commercial cleaning company that serves El Paso. They contact you to set up a walkthrough and then send a written proposal. It's free and there's no obligation.
Do cleaners need background checks to work in a daycare?
Many states require background checks for anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility, even after hours. Ask each company how it screens staff and put the requirement in the contract.
What cleaning products are safe to use around children?
Look for EPA-registered disinfectants used at the right dilution, and green-certified cleaners for general surfaces. Ask the company for its product list and safety data sheets before it starts.
Planning your request? Use our janitorial RFP template, read how to hire a cleaning company, or see how it works.
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