Cleaners are important members of a Host's team, and we’re committed to making our community a place where they’re recognized for their work and treated with dignity and respect. That’s where Airbnb's Living Wage Pledge comes in: It’s a commitment from our US Hosts to pay their cleaners fairly.
A living wage is the minimum income necessary to meet your basic needs and participate in your community. When cleaners are paid a living wage, they’re better able to:
To help Hosts understand what it means to pay a living wage, we referenced standards from the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), the leading association for cleaners, nannies, and domestic workers across the country.
When figuring out how much to pay your cleaner, ask yourself the following questions:
In addition to paying a living wage, the NDWA suggests 3 other ways to help create a positive working environment for cleaners:
For more guidance, visit the NDWA website.