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Landscaping Cost in 20 US Cities (2026)

Professional landscape design and installation including plants, hardscaping, grading, and irrigation.

National Average (per project)
Low
$1,000
Average
$5,000
High
$15,000

Landscaping Cost Breakdown

ItemDescriptionLowHighUnit
Plants & treesShrubs, perennials, ornamental trees, ground cover$300$5,000flat
Mulch & soilMulch, topsoil, compost, and amendments$100$800flat
Sod or seedNew lawn installation (sod or seed)$200$2,000flat
HardscapingPavers, edging, retaining walls, stone features$0$5,000flat
IrrigationSprinkler system or drip irrigation install$0$3,000flat
Grading & drainageSoil grading and drainage improvements$200$1,500flat
LaborLandscape crew and design fees$500$4,000flat

* These are national average costs. Actual prices vary by city — select a metro below for local estimates.

Professional landscape design and installation including plants, hardscaping, grading, and irrigation.

Landscaping Cost by City