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Sod Installation cost in Florida
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Florida costs an estimated $0.97 - $1.93 per sq ft installed. That is 3% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Florida earn $18.80 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $0.97 - $1.93
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #39 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Florida: $290 - $580 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Florida
- Total square footage and grass variety.
- Site prep: removing old turf, grading and soil amendments.
- Delivery distance and how close trucks can get to the lawn.
- Whether watering guidance or a short establishment warranty is included.
- Local labor costs: Florida landscaping wages are 3% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Florida compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $0.97 - $1.94 |
| North Carolina | $0.97 - $1.94 |
| Wyoming | $0.97 - $1.93 |
| Florida | $0.97 - $1.93 |
| Tennessee | $0.96 - $1.92 |
| Georgia | $0.96 - $1.92 |
| Kentucky | $0.96 - $1.91 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Florida
Other landscaping costs in Florida
- Lawn Mowing$41 - $66
- Lawn Fertilization$63 - $96
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $375
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$37 - $70
- Gardener$33 - $61
- Tree Removal$375 - $1,150
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.74 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$575 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$655 - $2,800
- Landscaping Installation$2,900 - $15,400
- Paver Patio$9.66 - $16
- Retaining Wall$34 - $63
- French Drain$9.59 - $34
- Landscape Lighting$78 - $290
- Xeriscaping$4.83 - $19
- Snow Removal$28 - $66
- Commercial Lawn Care$755 - $1,500
Sod Installation cost in Florida: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Florida?
About $0.97 - $1.93 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Florida than average?
Florida ranks #39 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 3% below the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Florida?
Total square footage and grass variety. Site prep: removing old turf, grading and soil amendments. Delivery distance and how close trucks can get to the lawn. Whether watering guidance or a short establishment warranty is included.
How do I find sod installation companies in Florida?
Local Landscaping lists 36 businesses offering this service in Florida, including in Tampa, Hialeah, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville and 8 more. Ask each for site preparation, sod variety and what happens if sections fail to root.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2025) adjusted for Florida by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.