Housekeeper Salary Guide in France (2026)
Pay benchmarks for a housekeeper in France in 2026: SMIC, collective minimum, net and gross.
Quick answer: in 2026 a home housekeeper's pay must at least equal the SMIC (€12.31 gross/h, about €9.74 net) or the branch collective minimum (IDCC 3239, ~€12.24), whichever is higher. Job level, seniority and overtime move the rate.
Setting the right wage keeps you compliant and helps you keep someone you trust. Here are the 2026 benchmarks.
SMIC and the collective minimum
Two floors apply: the hourly SMIC (€12.31 gross) and the collective minimum set by the private-employers' agreement (IDCC 3239). The higher of the two always applies.
Levels and steps
- Pay depends on the job level (basic cleaning, childcare, skilled tasks).
- A seniority bonus may be added over time.
- Overtime is paid at an uplifted rate.
Gross, net and employer cost
From gross, deduct ~22% employee contributions to get net. On the employer side, budget ~47% employer contributions (minus €2/hour), then the 50% tax credit. Convert it all with the calculator.
Official sources
Conclusion
Start from the more favourable floor, adjust for level and seniority, and put the wage in writing in the contract.
See also
- How much it costs — the real cost after the tax credit.
- Take-home pay — what the worker actually receives.
- Worker rights — holidays, notice, provident cover.
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in 2026?
At least the SMIC (€12.31 gross/h); the IDCC 3239 collective minimum is €12.24 gross. The more favourable applies — so the SMIC.
Do I add 10% for holidays?
For casual work declared via CESU, yes: a 10% paid-holiday indemnity is added to the wage paid.