Colorado cost guide
Retaining Wall cost in Colorado
Quick answer
Retaining Wall in Colorado costs an estimated $37 - $68 per sq ft of wall face. That is 5% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Colorado earn $22.52 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft of wall face)
- $37 - $68
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +5%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #7 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Colorado: $11,000 - $20,400 (300 square feet at per sq ft of wall face)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects retaining wall prices in Colorado
- Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits.
- Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete.
- Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions.
- Access for equipment and material delivery.
- Local labor costs: Colorado landscaping wages are 5% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Colorado compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft of wall face) |
|---|---|
| California | $37 - $69 |
| Vermont | $37 - $68 |
| Alaska | $37 - $68 |
| Colorado | $37 - $68 |
| Minnesota | $36 - $68 |
| Connecticut | $36 - $68 |
| Oregon | $36 - $67 |
| United States | $35 - $65 |
Retaining Wall companies in Colorado
Other landscaping costs in Colorado
- Lawn Mowing$48 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $435
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $82
- Gardener$38 - $71
- Tree Removal$435 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.10
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$630 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$770 - $3,300
- Landscaping Installation$3,150 - $16,900
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$83 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.24 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$865 - $1,750
Retaining Wall cost in Colorado: common questions
How much does retaining wall cost in Colorado?
About $37 - $68 per sq ft of wall face. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is retaining wall more expensive in Colorado than average?
Colorado ranks #7 of 51 for landscaping wages, so retaining wall runs 5% above the national average.
What affects retaining wall prices in Colorado?
Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits. Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete. Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions. Access for equipment and material delivery.
How do I find retaining wall companies in Colorado?
Local Landscaping lists 23 businesses offering this service in Colorado, including in Denver, Colorado Springs, Lakewood, Broomfield and 6 more. Ask each for drainage, footing depth, permits and whether an engineer is required.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Colorado by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.