Kentucky cost guide
Retaining Wall cost in Kentucky
Quick answer
Retaining Wall in Kentucky costs an estimated $33 - $62 per sq ft of wall face. That is 4% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Kentucky earn $18.34 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft of wall face)
- $33 - $62
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -4%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #42 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Kentucky: $10,000 - $18,600 (300 square feet at per sq ft of wall face)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects retaining wall prices in Kentucky
- 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: Kentucky landscaping wages are 4% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Kentucky compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft of wall face) |
|---|---|
| Florida | $34 - $63 |
| Tennessee | $34 - $62 |
| Georgia | $34 - $62 |
| Kentucky | $33 - $62 |
| Texas | $33 - $62 |
| South Carolina | $33 - $62 |
| South Dakota | $33 - $61 |
| United States | $35 - $65 |
Retaining Wall companies in Kentucky
Other landscaping costs in Kentucky
- Lawn Mowing$40 - $65
- Lawn Fertilization$62 - $95
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $365
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$36 - $68
- Gardener$32 - $59
- Tree Removal$370 - $1,100
- Sod Installation$0.96 - $1.91
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.66 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$570 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$640 - $2,750
- Landscaping Installation$2,850 - $15,200
- Paver Patio$9.56 - $16
- French Drain$9.46 - $33
- Landscape Lighting$77 - $290
- Xeriscaping$4.78 - $19
- Snow Removal$28 - $65
- Commercial Lawn Care$740 - $1,500
Retaining Wall cost in Kentucky: common questions
How much does retaining wall cost in Kentucky?
About $33 - $62 per sq ft of wall face. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is retaining wall more expensive in Kentucky than average?
Kentucky ranks #42 of 51 for landscaping wages, so retaining wall runs 4% below the national average.
What affects retaining wall prices in Kentucky?
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 Kentucky?
Local Landscaping lists 10 businesses offering this service in Kentucky, including in Paducah, Owensboro, Henderson, Shelbyville and 1 more. Ask each for drainage, footing depth, permits and whether an engineer is required.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Kentucky by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.