California cost guide
Landscaping Installation cost in California
Quick answer
Landscaping Installation in California costs an estimated $3,200 - $17,000 total project. That is 6% above the national average, because landscaping workers in California earn $22.80 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (total project)
- $3,200 - $17,000
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #4 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Priced as total project.
Estimated cost in California: $3,180 - $17,000
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects landscaping installation prices in California
- Project scope: planting beds, trees, grading, edging and hardscape.
- Plant sizes and material choices.
- Site access and how much existing material must be removed.
- Irrigation, drainage or lighting added to the project.
- Local labor costs: California landscaping wages are 6% above the national average, and labor is about 50% of this job's price.
How California compares
| State | Estimate (total project) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $3,300 - $17,700 |
| Massachusetts | $3,300 - $17,600 |
| Washington | $3,250 - $17,300 |
| California | $3,200 - $17,000 |
| Vermont | $3,200 - $17,000 |
| Alaska | $3,200 - $16,900 |
| Colorado | $3,150 - $16,900 |
| United States | $3,000 - $16,000 |
Landscaping Installation companies in California
Other landscaping costs in California
- Lawn Mowing$49 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$140 - $440
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $83
- Gardener$39 - $72
- Tree Removal$440 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.11
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$635 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$775 - $3,350
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $69
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$84 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.27 - $21
- Snow Removal$33 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$875 - $1,750
Landscaping Installation cost in California: common questions
How much does landscaping installation cost in California?
About $3,200 - $17,000 total project. The US range is $3,000 - $16,000 (HomeGuide).
Is landscaping installation more expensive in California than average?
California ranks #4 of 51 for landscaping wages, so landscaping installation runs 6% above the national average.
What affects landscaping installation prices in California?
Project scope: planting beds, trees, grading, edging and hardscape. Plant sizes and material choices. Site access and how much existing material must be removed. Irrigation, drainage or lighting added to the project.
How do I find landscaping installation companies in California?
Local Landscaping lists 253 businesses offering this service in California, including in San Bernardino, San Jose, Anaheim, Sacramento and 8 more. Ask each for a line-item scope, plant sizes, timeline and the plant warranty.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for California by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.