Illinois cost guide
Lawn Fertilization cost in Illinois
Quick answer
Lawn Fertilization in Illinois costs an estimated $67 - $105 per application. That is 3% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Illinois earn $21.54 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per application)
- $67 - $105
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #17 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Illinois: $330 - $510 (5 applications at per application)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects lawn fertilization prices in Illinois
- 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: Illinois landscaping wages are 3% above the national average, and labor is about 50% of this job's price.
How Illinois compares
| State | Estimate (per application) |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $67 - $105 |
| Maine | $67 - $105 |
| Hawaii | $67 - $105 |
| Illinois | $67 - $105 |
| North Dakota | $66 - $100 |
| Nevada | $66 - $100 |
| Maryland | $66 - $100 |
| United States | $65 - $100 |
Lawn Fertilization companies in Illinois
Other landscaping costs in Illinois
- Lawn Mowing$46 - $75
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $420
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$42 - $79
- Gardener$37 - $68
- Tree Removal$420 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.05
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$620 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$735 - $3,150
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,500
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $305
- Xeriscaping$5.13 - $21
- Snow Removal$31 - $73
- Commercial Lawn Care$835 - $1,650
Lawn Fertilization cost in Illinois: common questions
How much does lawn fertilization cost in Illinois?
About $67 - $105 per application. The US range is $65 - $100 (HomeGuide).
Is lawn fertilization more expensive in Illinois than average?
Illinois ranks #17 of 51 for landscaping wages, so lawn fertilization runs 3% above the national average.
What affects lawn fertilization prices in Illinois?
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 Illinois?
Local Landscaping lists 63 businesses offering this service in Illinois, including in Peoria, Decatur, Rockford, Champaign 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 Illinois by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.