Colorado cost guide
Tree Removal cost in Colorado
Quick answer
Tree Removal in Colorado costs an estimated $435 - $1,300 per tree removed, about $925 typical. That is 9% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Colorado earn $22.52 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per tree removed)
- $435 - $1,300
- Typical
- $925
- vs US average
- +9%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #7 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Colorado: $430 - $1,300 (1 trees at per tree removed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects tree removal prices in Colorado
- Tree height and trunk diameter.
- How close the tree is to the house, wires or fences.
- Whether stump grinding and wood haul-away are included.
- Tree condition: dead or storm-damaged trees can be riskier to take down.
- Local labor costs: Colorado landscaping wages are 9% above the national average, and labor is about 80% of this job's price.
How Colorado compares
| State | Estimate (per tree removed) |
|---|---|
| California | $440 - $1,300 |
| Vermont | $440 - $1,300 |
| Alaska | $440 - $1,300 |
| Colorado | $435 - $1,300 |
| Minnesota | $430 - $1,300 |
| Connecticut | $430 - $1,300 |
| Oregon | $425 - $1,300 |
| United States | $400 - $1,200 |
Tree Removal companies in Colorado
Other landscaping costs in Colorado
- Lawn Mowing$48 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $435
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $82
- Gardener$38 - $71
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.10
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$630 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$770 - $3,300
- Landscaping Installation$3,150 - $16,900
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $68
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$83 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.24 - $21
- Snow Removal$32 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$865 - $1,750
Tree Removal cost in Colorado: common questions
How much does tree removal cost in Colorado?
About $435 - $1,300 per tree removed, $925 typical. The US range is $400 - $1,200 (HomeGuide).
Is tree removal more expensive in Colorado than average?
Colorado ranks #7 of 51 for landscaping wages, so tree removal runs 9% above the national average.
What affects tree removal prices in Colorado?
Tree height and trunk diameter. How close the tree is to the house, wires or fences. Whether stump grinding and wood haul-away are included. Tree condition: dead or storm-damaged trees can be riskier to take down.
How do I find tree removal companies in Colorado?
Local Landscaping lists 192 businesses offering this service in Colorado, including in Aurora, Lakewood, Boulder, Colorado Springs and 8 more. Ask each for stump grinding, debris removal, insurance and whether a permit is needed.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for Colorado by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.