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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Facilities Management
Philadelphia, PA

Housekeeper Jobs in Philadelphia

Temp and flexible housekeeper positions in Philadelphia pay $14.28-$19.38/hr — 2% above the national average, with a cost of living 2% above the U.S. baseline.

$14-$19

Per Hour

$673

Weekly (40hrs)

102

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Philadelphia

Healthcare
Education
Logistics
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1550
Groceries$340
Transport$95
More about Philadelphia

About Housekeeper Jobs in Philadelphia

Housekeepers in Philadelphia earn $14.28-$19.38/hr, above the national average.

Housekeepers clean and maintain guest rooms and public areas in hotels, resorts, and hospitality venues, ensuring guests have comfortable stays.

Most housekeeper positions in Philadelphia are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Housekeeper Pay: Philadelphia vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Philadelphia, PA$14–$19/hr102$1,550
New York City, NY$26–$36/hr187$3,500
Pittsburgh, PA$14–$18/hr93$1,350
Boston, MA$21–$29/hr152$2,800
Baltimore, MD$15–$20/hr107$1,600
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Housekeeper in Philadelphia

1.7x
Challenging
92
Hours to pay rent
58%
Rent / gross income
115
Monthly disposable
13% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Philadelphia

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,915
Est. taxes (~22%)-$641
Take-home$2,274
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,550
Groceries + transport$435
Remaining$289

Based on avg Housekeeper rate of $16.83/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Clean and prepare guest rooms to brand standards
  • Change linens and make beds
  • Replenish amenities and supplies
  • Report maintenance issues and lost items
  • Maintain cleanliness of public areas

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Attention to detail
Time management
Physical stamina
Guest service
Organization
Requirements
  • Physical stamina for active work
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management skills
  • Weekend and holiday availability

Where Housekeepers Work in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has active hiring opportunities for housekeepers at these major employers. Compiled from public sources including the Bureau of Labor Statistics and company reports.

Penn Medicine

Healthcare System

healthcare
$15-$23/hr(BLS)
~90 seasonal hires, 200+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Jefferson Health

Healthcare System

healthcare
$15-$23/hr(BLS)
~90 seasonal hires, 200+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Healthcare System

healthcare
$15-$23/hr(BLS)
~90 seasonal hires, 200+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Temple University Health System

Healthcare System

healthcare
$15-$23/hr(BLS)
~90 seasonal hires, 200+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Aramark

Hospitality & Dining

hospitality
$14-$26/hr(Indeed)
~280 seasonal hires, 140+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: May, June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Starr Restaurants

Hospitality & Dining

hospitality
$14-$26/hr(Indeed)
~280 seasonal hires, 140+ ongoing
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend shifts
Peak hiring: May, June & December

Source: BLS QCEW metro patterns, company careers | Verified: 2026-04-13

Philadelphia Job Market Snapshot

Top Industries for Housekeepers

healthcare$15-$23/hr
industrial$17-$23/hr
hospitality$14-$26/hr

Best Times to Apply

June - Summer peak hiring
November - Holiday season
March - Spring events & tourism

Major Employment Areas

Metro core & corridorsVaries by submarket
Airport logistics zoneWarehouse & cargo
Healthcare & education clusterHospitals & campuses

Last updated: 2026-04-13

Best Areas for Housekeepers in Philadelphia

Understanding Philadelphia's job landscape can help you find the best opportunities and plan your commute. Here's what you need to know about the major employment areas.

Center City
Transit: excellent

hospitality area

12% above avg
SEPTA subway (BSL, MFL), regional rail, and many bus routes converge here.
Lunch (11am-2pm), dinner (5pm-10pm), weekend brunch
server
bartender
retail assistant
housekeeper

Tips for this area

  • • Rittenhouse Square area has upscale dining with strong tips
  • • Reading Terminal Market has food service positions
University City
Transit: excellent

mixed area

Average pay
SEPTA trolleys and MFL. Very walkable.
Academic calendar driven - busiest Sept-May
server
prep cook
housekeeper

Tips for this area

  • • Penn and Drexel campuses have food service and facilities roles
  • • Hospital system roles available at Penn Medicine

Commute Tips for Philadelphia

  • •SEPTA Key card ($2.50/ride) makes transfers easy between all transit modes.
  • •Regional rail is best for Bucks County and suburban warehouse locations.
  • •Bike share (Indego) is practical for Center City commutes.

Last updated: 2026-02-01

Earnings Calculator for Philadelphia

Calculate Your Housekeeper Earningsin Philadelphia
$17/hr
$14.28/hr$19.38/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$425
Monthly
$1,840
Yearly
$22,100
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Career Path from Housekeeper

Room Attendant

0-2 years

Senior Housekeeper

2-4 years

Housekeeping Supervisor

4-6 years

Executive Housekeeper

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

Figures on this page are compiled from the public sources cited above and may be out of date. They are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional career, legal, tax, or financial advice. For the most current pay rates, verify with the original source, a qualified professional, or check the Indeed Flex app directly for real-time shift availability and compensation.

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  • Chef de Partie Jobs in Philadelphia$17-$26/hr
  • Housekeeper Jobs in Philadelphia$14-$19/hr
  • Dishwasher Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$17/hr
  • Host / Hostess Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$18/hr
  • Food Runner Jobs in Philadelphia$12-$17/hr
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  • Las Vegas, NV$14-$24/hr avg
  • Dallas, TX$14-$23/hr avg
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