North Carolina cost guide
Artificial Turf Installation cost in North Carolina
Quick answer
Artificial Turf Installation in North Carolina costs an estimated $9.78 - $24 per sq ft installed. That is 2% below the national average, because landscaping workers in North Carolina earn $19.04 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $9.78 - $24
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -2%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #37 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in North Carolina: $2,930 - $7,330 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects artificial turf installation prices in North Carolina
- 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: North Carolina landscaping wages are 2% below the national average, and labor is about 35% of this job's price.
How North Carolina compares
Artificial Turf Installation companies in North Carolina
Other landscaping costs in North Carolina
- Lawn Mowing$42 - $67
- Lawn Fertilization$63 - $97
- Yard Cleanup$120 - $380
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$38 - $71
- Gardener$33 - $61
- Tree Removal$380 - $1,150
- Sod Installation$0.97 - $1.94
- Sprinkler System Installation$580 - $1,950
- Landscape Design$660 - $2,850
- Landscaping Installation$2,900 - $15,500
- Paver Patio$9.71 - $17
- Retaining Wall$34 - $63
- French Drain$9.65 - $34
- Landscape Lighting$78 - $290
- Xeriscaping$4.86 - $19
- Snow Removal$29 - $67
- Commercial Lawn Care$760 - $1,500
Artificial Turf Installation cost in North Carolina: common questions
How much does artificial turf installation cost in North Carolina?
About $9.78 - $24 per sq ft installed. The US range is $10 - $25 (HomeGuide).
Is artificial turf installation more expensive in North Carolina than average?
North Carolina ranks #37 of 51 for landscaping wages, so artificial turf installation runs 2% below the national average.
What affects artificial turf installation prices in North Carolina?
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 North Carolina?
Local Landscaping lists 4 businesses offering this service in North Carolina, including in Concord, Fayetteville and Cornelius. Ask each for base depth, drainage, infill type and the turf warranty.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2025) adjusted for North Carolina by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.