Mississippi cost guide
French Drain cost in Mississippi
Quick answer
French Drain in Mississippi costs an estimated $8.86 - $31 per linear ft. That is 11% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Mississippi earn $16.12 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $8.86 - $31
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -11%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #51 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Mississippi: $440 - $1,550 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Mississippi
- 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: Mississippi landscaping wages are 11% below the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Mississippi compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | $9.19 - $32 |
| Louisiana | $8.94 - $31 |
| West Virginia | $8.91 - $31 |
| Mississippi | $8.86 - $31 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Mississippi
Other landscaping costs in Mississippi
- Lawn Mowing$36 - $59
- Lawn Fertilization$58 - $90
- Yard Cleanup$105 - $330
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$33 - $61
- Gardener$28 - $53
- Tree Removal$335 - $1,000
- Sod Installation$0.91 - $1.81
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.28 - $23
- Sprinkler System Installation$540 - $1,800
- Landscape Design$570 - $2,450
- Landscaping Installation$2,700 - $14,300
- Paver Patio$9.07 - $15
- Retaining Wall$32 - $59
- Landscape Lighting$73 - $275
- Xeriscaping$4.53 - $18
- Snow Removal$25 - $59
- Commercial Lawn Care$675 - $1,350
French Drain cost in Mississippi: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Mississippi?
About $8.86 - $31 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Mississippi than average?
Mississippi ranks #51 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 11% below the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Mississippi?
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 Mississippi?
Local Landscaping lists 16 businesses offering this service in Mississippi, including in Jackson, Pearl, Madison, Algoma and 5 more. 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 Mississippi by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.