Rhode Island cost guide
Retaining Wall cost in Rhode Island
Quick answer
Retaining Wall in Rhode Island costs an estimated $36 - $67 per sq ft of wall face. That is 3% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Rhode Island earn $21.82 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft of wall face)
- $36 - $67
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #14 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Rhode Island: $10,800 - $20,100 (300 square feet at per sq ft of wall face)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects retaining wall prices in Rhode Island
- 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: Rhode Island landscaping wages are 3% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
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Retaining Wall companies in Rhode Island
Other landscaping costs in Rhode Island
- Lawn Mowing$47 - $75
- Lawn Fertilization$67 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $425
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$43 - $80
- Gardener$37 - $69
- Tree Removal$425 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.07
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$620 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$745 - $3,200
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,600
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $310
- Xeriscaping$5.16 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $74
- Commercial Lawn Care$845 - $1,700
Retaining Wall cost in Rhode Island: common questions
How much does retaining wall cost in Rhode Island?
About $36 - $67 per sq ft of wall face. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is retaining wall more expensive in Rhode Island than average?
Rhode Island ranks #14 of 51 for landscaping wages, so retaining wall runs 3% above the national average.
What affects retaining wall prices in Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island?
Local Landscaping lists 8 businesses offering this service in Rhode Island, including in Johnston, Providence, West Warwick, Bristol 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 Rhode Island by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.