Illinois cost guide
Tree Removal cost in Illinois
Quick answer
Tree Removal in Illinois costs an estimated $420 - $1,250 per tree removed, about $890 typical. That is 5% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Illinois earn $21.54 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per tree removed)
- $420 - $1,250
- Typical
- $890
- vs US average
- +5%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #17 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Illinois: $420 - $1,260 (1 trees at per tree removed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects tree removal prices in Illinois
- 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: Illinois landscaping wages are 5% above the national average, and labor is about 80% of this job's price.
How Illinois compares
| State | Estimate (per tree removed) |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $425 - $1,250 |
| Maine | $420 - $1,250 |
| Hawaii | $420 - $1,250 |
| Illinois | $420 - $1,250 |
| North Dakota | $410 - $1,250 |
| Nevada | $410 - $1,250 |
| Maryland | $410 - $1,250 |
| United States | $400 - $1,200 |
Tree Removal companies in Illinois
Other landscaping costs in Illinois
- Lawn Mowing$46 - $75
- Lawn Fertilization$67 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $420
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$42 - $79
- Gardener$37 - $68
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.05
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$620 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$735 - $3,150
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,500
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $305
- Xeriscaping$5.13 - $21
- Snow Removal$31 - $73
- Commercial Lawn Care$835 - $1,650
Tree Removal cost in Illinois: common questions
How much does tree removal cost in Illinois?
About $420 - $1,250 per tree removed, $890 typical. The US range is $400 - $1,200 (HomeGuide).
Is tree removal more expensive in Illinois than average?
Illinois ranks #17 of 51 for landscaping wages, so tree removal runs 5% above the national average.
What affects tree removal prices in Illinois?
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 Illinois?
Local Landscaping lists 203 businesses offering this service in Illinois, including in Peoria, Joliet, Rockford, Naperville 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 Illinois by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.