District of Columbia cost guide
Gardener cost in District of Columbia
Quick answer
Gardener in District of Columbia costs an estimated $42 - $77 per hour. That is 19% above the national average, because landscaping workers in District of Columbia earn $24.62 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per hour)
- $42 - $77
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +19%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #1 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in District of Columbia: $170 - $310 (4 hours at per hour)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects gardener prices in District of Columbia
- Hours per visit and how often the gardener comes.
- Tasks covered: weeding, deadheading, planting, pruning, mulching.
- Whether plants and materials are included or billed separately.
- Experience and specialty, such as native or ornamental gardens.
- Local labor costs: District of Columbia landscaping wages are 19% above the national average, and labor is about 90% of this job's price.
How District of Columbia compares
| State | Estimate (per hour) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $42 - $77 |
| Massachusetts | $41 - $76 |
| Washington | $40 - $74 |
| California | $39 - $72 |
| United States | $35 - $65 |
Gardener companies in District of Columbia
Other landscaping costs in District of Columbia
- Lawn Mowing$52 - $84
- Lawn Fertilization$72 - $110
- Yard Cleanup$145 - $470
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$48 - $89
- Tree Removal$470 - $1,400
- Sod Installation$1.09 - $2.19
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $27
- Sprinkler System Installation$665 - $2,200
- Landscape Design$835 - $3,550
- Landscaping Installation$3,300 - $17,700
- Paver Patio$11 - $19
- Retaining Wall$38 - $71
- French Drain$11 - $39
- Landscape Lighting$87 - $325
- Xeriscaping$5.47 - $22
- Snow Removal$35 - $81
- Commercial Lawn Care$925 - $1,850
Gardener cost in District of Columbia: common questions
How much does gardener cost in District of Columbia?
About $42 - $77 per hour. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is gardener more expensive in District of Columbia than average?
District of Columbia ranks #1 of 51 for landscaping wages, so gardener runs 19% above the national average.
What affects gardener prices in District of Columbia?
Hours per visit and how often the gardener comes. Tasks covered: weeding, deadheading, planting, pruning, mulching. Whether plants and materials are included or billed separately. Experience and specialty, such as native or ornamental gardens.
How do I find gardener companies in District of Columbia?
Local Landscaping lists 45 businesses offering this service in District of Columbia, including in Washington, Anacostia, Adams Morgan, Shaw and 6 more. Ask each for the hourly rate, minimum visit length and how materials are billed.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2025) adjusted for District of Columbia by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.