Massachusetts cost guide
French Drain cost in Massachusetts
Quick answer
French Drain in Massachusetts costs an estimated $11 - $39 per linear ft. That is 11% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Massachusetts earn $24.30 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $11 - $39
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +11%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #2 of 51
Estimates compiled .
Cost calculator
Estimated cost in Massachusetts: $550 - $1,940 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Massachusetts
- Length of the drain run and trench depth.
- Where the water discharges and whether a dry well or pump is needed.
- Soil type, roots and obstacles along the route.
- Restoring lawn or hardscape after trenching.
- Local labor costs: Massachusetts landscaping wages are 11% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Massachusetts compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $11 - $39 |
| Massachusetts | $11 - $39 |
| Washington | $11 - $38 |
| California | $11 - $37 |
| Vermont | $11 - $37 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
Other landscaping costs in Massachusetts
- Lawn Mowing$51 - $83
- Lawn Fertilization$71 - $110
- Yard Cleanup$145 - $465
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$47 - $88
- Gardener$41 - $76
- Tree Removal$460 - $1,400
- Sod Installation$1.09 - $2.18
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $27
- Sprinkler System Installation$660 - $2,200
- Landscape Design$825 - $3,550
- Landscaping Installation$3,300 - $17,600
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$38 - $71
- Landscape Lighting$86 - $325
- Xeriscaping$5.44 - $22
- Snow Removal$34 - $80
- Commercial Lawn Care$915 - $1,850
French Drain cost in Massachusetts: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Massachusetts?
About $11 - $39 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Massachusetts than average?
Massachusetts ranks #2 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 11% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Massachusetts?
Length of the drain run and trench depth. Where the water discharges and whether a dry well or pump is needed. Soil type, roots and obstacles along the route. Restoring lawn or hardscape after trenching.
How do I find french drain companies in Massachusetts?
Browse landscapers in Massachusetts and ask each for the discharge point, pipe and fabric used and how the lawn is restored.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Massachusetts by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.