District of Columbia cost guide
Landscape Design cost in District of Columbia
Quick answer
Landscape Design in District of Columbia costs an estimated $835 - $3,550 total plan. 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 (total plan)
- $835 - $3,550
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +19%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #1 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Priced as total plan.
Estimated cost in District of Columbia: $830 - $3,570
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects landscape design prices in District of Columbia
- Property size and how detailed the plan is (concept vs construction drawings).
- Number of site visits and revision rounds.
- Designer credentials, such as a licensed landscape architect.
- Whether the fee is credited if the same firm installs the plan.
- 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 (total plan) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $835 - $3,550 |
| Massachusetts | $825 - $3,550 |
| Washington | $800 - $3,450 |
| California | $775 - $3,350 |
| United States | $700 - $3,000 |
Landscape Design 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
- Gardener$42 - $77
- Tree Removal$470 - $1,400
- Sod Installation$1.09 - $2.19
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $27
- Sprinkler System Installation$665 - $2,200
- 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
Landscape Design cost in District of Columbia: common questions
How much does landscape design cost in District of Columbia?
About $835 - $3,550 total plan. The US range is $700 - $3,000 (HomeGuide).
Is landscape design more expensive in District of Columbia than average?
District of Columbia ranks #1 of 51 for landscaping wages, so landscape design runs 19% above the national average.
What affects landscape design prices in District of Columbia?
Property size and how detailed the plan is (concept vs construction drawings). Number of site visits and revision rounds. Designer credentials, such as a licensed landscape architect. Whether the fee is credited if the same firm installs the plan.
How do I find landscape design companies in District of Columbia?
Local Landscaping lists 91 businesses offering this service in District of Columbia, including in Washington, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Brookland and 6 more. Ask each for the deliverables, revision rounds and whether the fee is credited toward installation.
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.