Minnesota cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Minnesota
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Minnesota costs an estimated $1.04 - $2.08 per sq ft installed. That is 4% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Minnesota earn $22.21 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $1.04 - $2.08
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +4%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #8 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Minnesota: $310 - $620 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Minnesota
- 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: Minnesota landscaping wages are 4% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Minnesota compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| Vermont | $1.05 - $2.11 |
| Alaska | $1.05 - $2.11 |
| Colorado | $1.05 - $2.10 |
| Minnesota | $1.04 - $2.08 |
| Connecticut | $1.04 - $2.08 |
| Oregon | $1.04 - $2.08 |
| New Hampshire | $1.04 - $2.07 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Minnesota
Other landscaping costs in Minnesota
- Lawn Mowing$47 - $77
- Lawn Fertilization$68 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $430
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$43 - $81
- Gardener$38 - $70
- Tree Removal$430 - $1,300
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$630 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$760 - $3,250
- Landscaping Installation$3,150 - $16,700
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- Retaining Wall$36 - $68
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$83 - $310
- Xeriscaping$5.21 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $75
- Commercial Lawn Care$855 - $1,700
Sod Installation cost in Minnesota: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Minnesota?
About $1.04 - $2.08 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Minnesota than average?
Minnesota ranks #8 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 4% above the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
Local Landscaping lists 27 businesses offering this service in Minnesota, including in Aitkin, Albert Lea, Alexandria, Andover 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 Minnesota by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.