Louisiana cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Louisiana
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Louisiana costs an estimated $0.91 - $1.83 per sq ft installed. That is 9% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Louisiana earn $16.42 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $0.91 - $1.83
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -9%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #49 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Louisiana: $270 - $550 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Louisiana
- 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: Louisiana landscaping wages are 9% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Louisiana compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $0.94 - $1.87 |
| Alabama | $0.93 - $1.87 |
| Arkansas | $0.93 - $1.87 |
| Louisiana | $0.91 - $1.83 |
| West Virginia | $0.91 - $1.82 |
| Mississippi | $0.91 - $1.81 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Louisiana
Other landscaping costs in Louisiana
- Lawn Mowing$37 - $59
- Lawn Fertilization$59 - $90
- Yard Cleanup$105 - $335
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$33 - $62
- Gardener$29 - $54
- Tree Removal$340 - $1,000
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.33 - $23
- Sprinkler System Installation$540 - $1,800
- Landscape Design$580 - $2,500
- Landscaping Installation$2,700 - $14,500
- Paver Patio$9.13 - $16
- Retaining Wall$32 - $59
- French Drain$8.94 - $31
- Landscape Lighting$74 - $275
- Xeriscaping$4.57 - $18
- Snow Removal$26 - $60
- Commercial Lawn Care$685 - $1,350
Sod Installation cost in Louisiana: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Louisiana?
About $0.91 - $1.83 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Louisiana than average?
Louisiana ranks #49 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 9% below the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
Local Landscaping lists 15 businesses offering this service in Louisiana, including in Houma, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Hammond and 5 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 Louisiana by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.