Illinois cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Illinois
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Illinois costs an estimated $1.03 - $2.05 per sq ft installed. 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 sq ft installed)
- $1.03 - $2.05
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #17 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Illinois: $310 - $620 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Illinois
- 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: Illinois landscaping wages are 3% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Illinois compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $1.03 - $2.07 |
| Maine | $1.03 - $2.06 |
| Hawaii | $1.03 - $2.06 |
| Illinois | $1.03 - $2.05 |
| North Dakota | $1.02 - $2.03 |
| Nevada | $1.01 - $2.03 |
| Maryland | $1.01 - $2.02 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Illinois
Other landscaping costs in Illinois
- Lawn Mowing$46 - $75
- Lawn Fertilization$67 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $420
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$42 - $79
- Gardener$37 - $68
- Tree Removal$420 - $1,250
- 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
Sod Installation cost in Illinois: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Illinois?
About $1.03 - $2.05 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Illinois than average?
Illinois ranks #17 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 3% above the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Illinois?
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 Illinois?
Local Landscaping lists 12 businesses offering this service in Illinois, including in Chicago, Champaign, Aurora, Springfield and 6 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 Illinois by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.