Landscaping Cost Calculator (2026)

Landscaping Cost Calculator

Estimate landscaping cost in the United States. See low, average, and high costs, cost per sqft, material, labor, permits, timeline, FAQs, and related calculators.

Short answer

$6,048–$52,071

Average near $17,609 · about 1–8 weeks.

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Landscaping Cost Calculator: what to expect

Landscaping cost ranges from simple planting to full yard transformations with hardscape and irrigation. Hardscape (patios, walls, walkways) and irrigation systems are where budgets climb fastest.

Across the United States, a landscaping cost averages $17,609 once mid-range materials, licensed labor, and standard permits are included. The figures below are a national baseline; pick your state or city to apply local labor rates, material delivery costs, and permit fees.

Cost summary

Low estimate	$6,048
Average estimate	$17,609
High estimate	$52,071
Cost per sqft	$5 - $43
Timeline	1-8 weeks

Where the money goes

For a typical landscaping cost, the average $17,609 estimate splits into roughly $7,232 of materials, $6,918 of labor, and no permit cost when none is required.

Material cost	$7,232
Labor cost	$6,918
Permit cost	$0

What a landscaping cost includes

Grading and soil prep
Plants, sod, or seed
Irrigation and drainage
Hardscape: walkways, walls, beds
Lighting and mulch

What drives the cost the most

Hardscape vs. softscape mix.
Irrigation and drainage systems.
Plant maturity and quantity.
Grading, access, and site conditions.

Budget, standard, and high-end scopes

The $6,048–$52,071 range maps to three common levels of finish:

Scope	Roughly	What it covers
Refresh	$6,048	Beds, mulch, sod, and basic plantings.
Standard	$17,609	Plantings plus irrigation and some hardscape.
Full redesign	$52,071	Hardscape, lighting, irrigation, mature plants.

How to save on a landscaping cost

Phase planting over seasons to spread cost and reduce loss.
Native, drought-tolerant plants cut water and replacement costs.
Install irrigation before, not after, planting and hardscape.

How this estimate is calculated

We start from a base cost-per-sqft for landscaping cost and adjust it for finish quality, labor complexity, waste, and equipment, then apply national baseline indices. The figures update with the cost data and reflect mid-range, licensed-contractor pricing, not a binding quote.

Landscaping Cost cost by city and state

The same landscaping cost costs more in high-wage metros and less in lower-cost markets. Below are typical 2026 ranges for major US cities, plus the highest- and lowest-cost states, all built from the national baseline of $6,048–$52,071 adjusted by local labor, material, and permit indices.

Cost in major US cities

City	Typical range	vs US avg
New York, NY	$9,389–$83,218	+55%
Los Angeles, CA	$8,909–$79,060	+47%
Chicago, IL	$6,785–$59,829	+12%
Houston, TX	$6,099–$52,573	+1%
Phoenix, AZ	$6,217–$53,609	+3%
Dallas, TX	$6,279–$54,132	+4%
Miami, FL	$6,930–$59,829	+15%
Atlanta, GA	$6,150–$53,074	+2%
Seattle, WA	$8,098–$70,753	+34%
Denver, CO	$7,191–$62,448	+19%
Boston, MA	$8,222–$71,802	+36%
Austin, TX	$6,765–$58,302	+12%

Highest- and lowest-cost states

State	Typical range	vs US avg
Hawaii	$8,873–$76,905	+48%
California	$8,612–$76,963	+42%
New York	$8,121–$71,792	+34%
Arkansas	$5,183–$44,743	−14%
West Virginia	$5,183–$44,743	−14%
Mississippi	$5,064–$43,707	−16%

We estimate landscaping cost costs across all 50 states and 30 metro areas. Compare costs by state or costs by city.

Questions homeowners ask first

How much does a landscaping cost cost in the United States?

In the United States, a landscaping cost typically runs $6,048 to $52,071, averaging $17,609. That assumes mid-range materials and a licensed contractor; budget finishes trend toward the low end and luxury scopes toward the high end.

What is the cost per sqft for a landscaping cost in the United States?

Expect roughly $5 to $43 per sqft in the United States. Multiply by your actual sqft count and add $0 in permits to size your own budget.

What drives the cost of a landscaping cost the most?

Hardscape vs. softscape mix. Irrigation and drainage systems.

How long does a landscaping cost take in the United States?

Most landscaping cost projects run 1 to 8 weeks. Permit review, material lead times, and contractor scheduling are the usual reasons a timeline stretches.

How much of a landscaping cost is labor vs. materials?

On an average $17,609 landscaping cost in the United States, expect roughly $7,232 in materials and $6,918 in labor — labor is about 49% of the total. Labor share climbs in high-wage metros and on complex or structural work.

What is the difference between a budget and high-end landscaping cost?

A budget landscaping cost near $6,048 covers beds, mulch, sod, and basic plantings. A high-end scope near $52,071 covers hardscape, lighting, irrigation, mature plants.

How can I save money on a landscaping cost?

Phase planting over seasons to spread cost and reduce loss. Native, drought-tolerant plants cut water and replacement costs. Getting three local bids is the single biggest lever — pricing on the same landscaping cost scope can vary 20-30% between contractors.

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