South Carolina cost guide
Tree Removal cost in South Carolina
Quick answer
Tree Removal in South Carolina costs an estimated $365 - $1,100 per tree removed, about $775 typical. That is 9% below the national average, because landscaping workers in South Carolina earn $18.04 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per tree removed)
- $365 - $1,100
- Typical
- $775
- vs US average
- -9%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #44 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in South Carolina: $360 - $1,090 (1 trees at per tree removed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects tree removal prices in South Carolina
- 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: South Carolina landscaping wages are 9% below the national average, and labor is about 80% of this job's price.
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Tree Removal companies in South Carolina
Other landscaping costs in South Carolina
- Lawn Mowing$40 - $64
- Lawn Fertilization$61 - $94
- Yard Cleanup$115 - $360
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$36 - $67
- Gardener$31 - $58
- Sod Installation$0.95 - $1.90
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.61 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$565 - $1,900
- Landscape Design$630 - $2,700
- Landscaping Installation$2,850 - $15,100
- Paver Patio$9.49 - $16
- Retaining Wall$33 - $62
- French Drain$9.38 - $33
- Landscape Lighting$76 - $285
- Xeriscaping$4.75 - $19
- Snow Removal$27 - $64
- Commercial Lawn Care$730 - $1,450
Tree Removal cost in South Carolina: common questions
How much does tree removal cost in South Carolina?
About $365 - $1,100 per tree removed, $775 typical. The US range is $400 - $1,200 (HomeGuide).
Is tree removal more expensive in South Carolina than average?
South Carolina ranks #44 of 51 for landscaping wages, so tree removal runs 9% below the national average.
What affects tree removal prices in South Carolina?
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 South Carolina?
Local Landscaping lists 106 businesses offering this service in South Carolina, including in North Charleston, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Aiken 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 South Carolina by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.