California cost guide
Lawn Fertilization cost in California
Quick answer
Lawn Fertilization in California costs an estimated $69 - $105 per application. 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 (per application)
- $69 - $105
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #4 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in California: $340 - $530 (5 applications at per application)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects lawn fertilization prices in California
- Lawn square footage, which sets how much product is applied.
- Number of applications per season and whether weed control is bundled.
- Grass type and soil condition; some lawns need lime or soil amendments.
- State and local rules on fertilizer and pesticide application.
- 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 (per application) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $72 - $110 |
| Massachusetts | $71 - $110 |
| Washington | $70 - $110 |
| California | $69 - $105 |
| Vermont | $69 - $105 |
| Alaska | $69 - $105 |
| Colorado | $69 - $105 |
| United States | $65 - $100 |
Lawn Fertilization companies in California
Other landscaping costs in California
- Lawn Mowing$49 - $78
- 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
- Landscaping Installation$3,200 - $17,000
- 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
Lawn Fertilization cost in California: common questions
How much does lawn fertilization cost in California?
About $69 - $105 per application. The US range is $65 - $100 (HomeGuide).
Is lawn fertilization more expensive in California than average?
California ranks #4 of 51 for landscaping wages, so lawn fertilization runs 6% above the national average.
What affects lawn fertilization prices in California?
Lawn square footage, which sets how much product is applied. Number of applications per season and whether weed control is bundled. Grass type and soil condition; some lawns need lime or soil amendments. State and local rules on fertilizer and pesticide application.
How do I find lawn fertilization companies in California?
Local Landscaping lists 34 businesses offering this service in California, including in Anaheim, San Jose, Bakersfield, Sacramento and 8 more. Ask each for how many applications are in the program, which products are used and whether re-treatment is free.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2025) 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.