Montana cost guide
French Drain cost in Montana
Quick answer
French Drain in Montana costs an estimated $10 - $36 per linear ft. That is 4% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Montana earn $21.90 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per linear ft)
- $10 - $36
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +4%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #13 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Montana: $520 - $1,820 (50 linear feet at per linear ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects french drain prices in Montana
- 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: Montana landscaping wages are 4% above the national average, and labor is about 55% of this job's price.
How Montana compares
| State | Estimate (per linear ft) |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $10 - $37 |
| New Hampshire | $10 - $37 |
| New York | $10 - $37 |
| Montana | $10 - $36 |
| Rhode Island | $10 - $36 |
| Maine | $10 - $36 |
| Hawaii | $10 - $36 |
| United States | $10 - $35 |
French Drain companies in Montana
Other landscaping costs in Montana
- Lawn Mowing$47 - $76
- Lawn Fertilization$68 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $425
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$43 - $80
- Gardener$37 - $70
- Tree Removal$425 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.07
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$625 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$750 - $3,200
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,600
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $310
- Xeriscaping$5.17 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $74
- Commercial Lawn Care$845 - $1,700
French Drain cost in Montana: common questions
How much does french drain cost in Montana?
About $10 - $36 per linear ft. The US range is $10 - $35 (HomeGuide).
Is french drain more expensive in Montana than average?
Montana ranks #13 of 51 for landscaping wages, so french drain runs 4% above the national average.
What affects french drain prices in Montana?
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 Montana?
Local Landscaping lists 3 businesses offering this service in Montana, including in Whitefish, Livingston and Bozeman. 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 Montana by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.