Massachusetts cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Massachusetts
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Massachusetts costs an estimated $1.09 - $2.18 per sq ft installed. That is 9% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Massachusetts earn $24.30 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $1.09 - $2.18
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +9%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #2 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Massachusetts: $330 - $650 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Massachusetts
- 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: Massachusetts landscaping wages are 9% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Massachusetts compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $1.09 - $2.19 |
| Massachusetts | $1.09 - $2.18 |
| Washington | $1.07 - $2.15 |
| California | $1.05 - $2.11 |
| Vermont | $1.05 - $2.11 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Massachusetts
Other landscaping costs in Massachusetts
- Lawn Mowing$51 - $83
- Lawn Fertilization$71 - $110
- Yard Cleanup$145 - $465
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$47 - $88
- Gardener$41 - $76
- Tree Removal$460 - $1,400
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $27
- Sprinkler System Installation$660 - $2,200
- Landscape Design$825 - $3,550
- Landscaping Installation$3,300 - $17,600
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$38 - $71
- French Drain$11 - $39
- Landscape Lighting$86 - $325
- Xeriscaping$5.44 - $22
- Snow Removal$34 - $80
- Commercial Lawn Care$915 - $1,850
Sod Installation cost in Massachusetts: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Massachusetts?
About $1.09 - $2.18 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Massachusetts than average?
Massachusetts ranks #2 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 9% above the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Massachusetts?
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 Massachusetts?
Local Landscaping lists 12 businesses offering this service in Massachusetts, including in Fall River, Boston, Newton, Lynn and 4 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 Massachusetts by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.