California cost guide
Artificial Turf Installation cost in California
Quick answer
Artificial Turf Installation in California costs an estimated $10 - $26 per sq ft installed. That is 4% above the national average, because landscaping workers in California earn $22.80 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $10 - $26
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +4%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #4 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in California: $3,130 - $7,820 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects artificial turf installation prices in California
- Square footage and turf quality (pile height, density, backing).
- Base preparation: excavation, crushed rock and compaction.
- Edging, drainage and infill materials.
- Shape of the area; curves and cutouts add labor and waste.
- Local labor costs: California landscaping wages are 4% above the national average, and labor is about 35% of this job's price.
How California compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $11 - $27 |
| Massachusetts | $11 - $27 |
| Washington | $11 - $26 |
| California | $10 - $26 |
| Vermont | $10 - $26 |
| Alaska | $10 - $26 |
| Colorado | $10 - $26 |
| United States | $10 - $25 |
Artificial Turf Installation companies in California
Other landscaping costs in California
- Lawn Mowing$49 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$140 - $440
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $83
- Gardener$39 - $72
- Tree Removal$440 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.11
- Sprinkler System Installation$635 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$775 - $3,350
- Landscaping Installation$3,200 - $17,000
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $69
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$84 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.27 - $21
- Snow Removal$33 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$875 - $1,750
Artificial Turf Installation cost in California: common questions
How much does artificial turf installation cost in California?
About $10 - $26 per sq ft installed. The US range is $10 - $25 (HomeGuide).
Is artificial turf installation more expensive in California than average?
California ranks #4 of 51 for landscaping wages, so artificial turf installation runs 4% above the national average.
What affects artificial turf installation prices in California?
Square footage and turf quality (pile height, density, backing). Base preparation: excavation, crushed rock and compaction. Edging, drainage and infill materials. Shape of the area; curves and cutouts add labor and waste.
How do I find artificial turf installation companies in California?
Local Landscaping lists 42 businesses offering this service in California, including in San Diego, Anaheim, San Jose, Bakersfield and 8 more. Ask each for base depth, drainage, infill type and the turf warranty.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2025) adjusted for California by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.