Washington cost guide
Sod Installation cost in Washington
Quick answer
Sod Installation in Washington costs an estimated $1.07 - $2.15 per sq ft installed. That is 7% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Washington earn $23.62 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft installed)
- $1.07 - $2.15
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +7%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #3 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Washington: $320 - $640 (300 square feet at per sq ft installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sod installation prices in Washington
- 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: Washington landscaping wages are 7% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Washington 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 |
| Alaska | $1.05 - $2.11 |
| United States | $1 - $2 |
Sod Installation companies in Washington
Other landscaping costs in Washington
- Lawn Mowing$50 - $81
- Lawn Fertilization$70 - $110
- Yard Cleanup$140 - $455
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$46 - $86
- Gardener$40 - $74
- Tree Removal$450 - $1,350
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$650 - $2,150
- Landscape Design$800 - $3,450
- Landscaping Installation$3,250 - $17,300
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$38 - $70
- French Drain$11 - $38
- Landscape Lighting$85 - $320
- Xeriscaping$5.36 - $21
- Snow Removal$34 - $78
- Commercial Lawn Care$895 - $1,800
Sod Installation cost in Washington: common questions
How much does sod installation cost in Washington?
About $1.07 - $2.15 per sq ft installed. The US range is $1 - $2 (HomeGuide).
Is sod installation more expensive in Washington than average?
Washington ranks #3 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sod installation runs 7% above the national average.
What affects sod installation prices in Washington?
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 Washington?
Local Landscaping lists 6 businesses offering this service in Washington, including in Everett, Spokane, Tacoma, Yakima and 1 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 Washington by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.