Massachusetts cost guide
Sprinkler System Installation cost in Massachusetts
Quick answer
Sprinkler System Installation in Massachusetts costs an estimated $660 - $2,200 per zone. That is 10% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Massachusetts earn $24.30 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per zone)
- $660 - $2,200
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +10%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #2 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Massachusetts: $3,950 - $13,200 (6 zones at per zone)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects sprinkler system installation prices in Massachusetts
- Number of zones needed to cover the yard.
- Water pressure, backflow preventer and any local permit requirements.
- Controller type, including smart or weather-based controllers.
- Digging conditions: rocky soil, slopes and hardscape crossings.
- Local labor costs: Massachusetts landscaping wages are 10% above the national average, and labor is about 50% of this job's price.
How Massachusetts compares
| State | Estimate (per zone) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $665 - $2,200 |
| Massachusetts | $660 - $2,200 |
| Washington | $650 - $2,150 |
| California | $635 - $2,100 |
| Vermont | $635 - $2,100 |
| United States | $600 - $2,000 |
Sprinkler System 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
- Sod Installation$1.09 - $2.18
- Artificial Turf Installation$11 - $27
- 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
Sprinkler System Installation cost in Massachusetts: common questions
How much does sprinkler system installation cost in Massachusetts?
About $660 - $2,200 per zone. The US range is $600 - $2,000 (HomeGuide).
Is sprinkler system installation more expensive in Massachusetts than average?
Massachusetts ranks #2 of 51 for landscaping wages, so sprinkler system installation runs 10% above the national average.
What affects sprinkler system installation prices in Massachusetts?
Number of zones needed to cover the yard. Water pressure, backflow preventer and any local permit requirements. Controller type, including smart or weather-based controllers. Digging conditions: rocky soil, slopes and hardscape crossings.
How do I find sprinkler system installation companies in Massachusetts?
Local Landscaping lists 17 businesses offering this service in Massachusetts, including in Boston, Lowell, Brockton, New Bedford and 8 more. Ask each for the number of zones, backflow and permit costs and the warranty on parts and labor.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) 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.