South Carolina cost guide
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in South Carolina
Quick answer
Shrub & Hedge Trimming in South Carolina costs an estimated $36 - $67 per hour. That is 10% below the national average, because landscaping workers in South Carolina earn $18.04 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per hour)
- $36 - $67
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -10%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #44 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in South Carolina: $140 - $270 (4 hours at per hour)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in South Carolina
- 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: South Carolina landscaping wages are 10% below the national average, and labor is about 90% of this job's price.
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Shrub & Hedge Trimming companies in South Carolina
Other landscaping costs in South Carolina
- Lawn Mowing$40 - $64
- Lawn Fertilization$61 - $94
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $360
- Gardener$31 - $58
- Tree Removal$365 - $1,100
- Sod Installation$0.95 - $1.90
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.61 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$565 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$630 - $2,700
- Landscaping Installation$2,850 - $15,100
- Paver Patio$9.49 - $16
- Retaining Wall$33 - $62
- French Drain$9.38 - $33
- Landscape Lighting$76 - $285
- Xeriscaping$4.75 - $19
- Snow Removal$27 - $64
- Commercial Lawn Care$730 - $1,450
Shrub & Hedge Trimming cost in South Carolina: common questions
How much does shrub & hedge trimming cost in South Carolina?
About $36 - $67 per hour. The US range is $40 - $75 (HomeGuide).
Is shrub & hedge trimming more expensive in South Carolina than average?
South Carolina ranks #44 of 51 for landscaping wages, so shrub & hedge trimming runs 10% below the national average.
What affects shrub & hedge trimming prices in South Carolina?
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 South Carolina?
Local Landscaping lists 21 businesses offering this service in South Carolina, including in Aiken, Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Spartanburg 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 South Carolina by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.