Massachusetts cost guide
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in Massachusetts
Quick answer
Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Massachusetts costs an estimated $47 - $88 per hour. That is 18% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Massachusetts earn $24.30 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per hour)
- $47 - $88
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +18%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #2 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Massachusetts: $190 - $350 (4 hours at per hour)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in Massachusetts
- 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: Massachusetts landscaping wages are 18% above the national average, and labor is about 90% of this job's price.
How Massachusetts compares
| State | Estimate (per hour) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $48 - $89 |
| Massachusetts | $47 - $88 |
| Washington | $46 - $86 |
| California | $44 - $83 |
| Vermont | $44 - $83 |
| United States | $40 - $75 |
Shrub & Hedge Trimming companies in Massachusetts
Other landscaping costs in Massachusetts
- Lawn Mowing$51 - $83
- Lawn Fertilization$71 - $110
- Yard Cleanup$145 - $465
- 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
- French Drain$11 - $39
- Landscape Lighting$86 - $325
- Xeriscaping$5.44 - $22
- Snow Removal$34 - $80
- Commercial Lawn Care$915 - $1,850
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in Massachusetts: common questions
How much does shrub & hedge trimming cost in Massachusetts?
About $47 - $88 per hour. The US range is $40 - $75 (HomeGuide).
Is shrub & hedge trimming more expensive in Massachusetts than average?
Massachusetts ranks #2 of 51 for landscaping wages, so shrub & hedge trimming runs 18% above the national average.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in Massachusetts?
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 Massachusetts?
Local Landscaping lists 21 businesses offering this service in Massachusetts, including in Worcester, Haverhill, Boston, Lowell and 8 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 Massachusetts by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.