Mississippi cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Mississippi
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Mississippi costs an estimated $0.91 - $1.81 per sq ft installed. That is 9% below the national average, because landscaping workers in Mississippi earn $16.12 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $0.91 - $1.81
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -9%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #51 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Mississippi: $270 - $540 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Mississippi
- 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: Mississippi landscaping wages are 9% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Mississippi compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft installed) |
|---|---|
| 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 Mississippi
Other landscaping costs in Mississippi
- Lawn Mowing$36 - $59
- Lawn Fertilization$58 - $90
- Yard Cleanup$105 - $330
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$33 - $61
- Gardener$28 - $53
- Tree Removal$335 - $1,000
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.28 - $23
- Sprinkler System Installation$540 - $1,800
- Landscape Design$570 - $2,450
- Landscaping Installation$2,700 - $14,300
- Paver Patio$9.07 - $15
- Retaining Wall$32 - $59
- French Drain$8.86 - $31
- Landscape Lighting$73 - $275
- Xeriscaping$4.53 - $18
- Snow Removal$25 - $59
- Commercial Lawn Care$675 - $1,350
Sod Installation cost in Mississippi: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Mississippi?
About $0.91 - $1.81 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Mississippi than average?
Mississippi ranks #51 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 9% below the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Mississippi?
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 Mississippi?
Local Landscaping lists 13 businesses offering this service in Mississippi, including in Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Meridian 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 Mississippi by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.