New Jersey cost guide
Tree Removal cost in New Jersey
Quick answer
Tree Removal in New Jersey costs an estimated $410 - $1,200 per tree removed, about $865 typical. That is 2% above the national average, because landscaping workers in New Jersey earn $20.82 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per tree removed)
- $410 - $1,200
- Typical
- $865
- vs US average
- +2%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #21 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in New Jersey: $410 - $1,220 (1 trees at per tree removed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects tree removal prices in New Jersey
- 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: New Jersey landscaping wages are 2% above the national average, and labor is about 80% of this job's price.
How New Jersey compares
Tree Removal companies in New Jersey
Other landscaping costs in New Jersey
- Lawn Mowing$45 - $72
- Lawn Fertilization$66 - $100
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $410
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$41 - $77
- Gardener$36 - $66
- Sod Installation$1.01 - $2.02
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$605 - $2,000
- Landscape Design$715 - $3,050
- Landscaping Installation$3,050 - $16,200
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$35 - $66
- French Drain$10 - $35
- Landscape Lighting$81 - $305
- Xeriscaping$5.05 - $20
- Snow Removal$31 - $71
- Commercial Lawn Care$815 - $1,650
Tree Removal cost in New Jersey: common questions
How much does tree removal cost in New Jersey?
About $410 - $1,200 per tree removed, $865 typical. The US range is $400 - $1,200 (HomeGuide).
Is tree removal more expensive in New Jersey than average?
New Jersey ranks #21 of 51 for landscaping wages, so tree removal runs 2% above the national average.
What affects tree removal prices in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
Local Landscaping lists 105 businesses offering this service in New Jersey, including in Paterson, Toms River, Woodbridge, Jersey City 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 New Jersey by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.