Iowa cost guide
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in Iowa
Quick answer
Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Iowa costs an estimated $39 - $73 per hour. That is 2% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Iowa earn $19.84 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per hour)
- $39 - $73
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -2%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #28 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Iowa: $160 - $290 (4 hours at per hour)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in Iowa
- Number, height and density of shrubs and hedges.
- Access: tall hedges may need ladders or lifts.
- Whether clippings are removed from the property.
- How overgrown the plants are since the last trim.
- Local labor costs: Iowa landscaping wages are 2% below the national average, and labor is about 90% of this job's price.
How Iowa compares
Shrub & Hedge Trimming companies in Iowa
Other landscaping costs in Iowa
- Lawn Mowing$43 - $70
- Lawn Fertilization$64 - $99
- Yard Cleanup$120 - $390
- Gardener$34 - $64
- Tree Removal$390 - $1,200
- Sod Installation$0.99 - $1.98
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.92 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$595 - $2,000
- Landscape Design$685 - $2,950
- Landscaping Installation$2,950 - $15,800
- Paver Patio$9.89 - $17
- Retaining Wall$35 - $64
- French Drain$9.87 - $35
- Landscape Lighting$79 - $295
- Xeriscaping$4.95 - $20
- Snow Removal$29 - $69
- Commercial Lawn Care$785 - $1,550
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in Iowa: common questions
How much does shrub & hedge trimming cost in Iowa?
About $39 - $73 per hour. The US range is $40 - $75 (HomeGuide).
Is shrub & hedge trimming more expensive in Iowa than average?
Iowa ranks #28 of 51 for landscaping wages, so shrub & hedge trimming runs 2% below the national average.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in Iowa?
Number, height and density of shrubs and hedges. Access: tall hedges may need ladders or lifts. Whether clippings are removed from the property. How overgrown the plants are since the last trim.
How do I find shrub & hedge trimming companies in Iowa?
Local Landscaping lists 9 businesses offering this service in Iowa, including in Des Moines, Sioux City, Iowa City, West Des Moines and 2 more. Ask each for whether pricing is hourly or per shrub and whether cleanup is included.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Iowa by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.