Colorado cost guide
Xeriscaping cost in Colorado
Quick answer
Xeriscaping in Colorado costs an estimated $5.24 - $21 per sq ft. That is 5% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Colorado earn $22.52 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft)
- $5.24 - $21
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +5%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #7 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Colorado: $1,570 - $6,290 (300 square feet at per sq ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Colorado
- Area converted and how much existing turf is removed.
- Plant choices, rock and mulch materials.
- Drip irrigation for establishment.
- Local water-utility rebates that can offset turf removal.
- Local labor costs: Colorado landscaping wages are 5% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Colorado compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft) |
|---|---|
| California | $5.27 - $21 |
| Vermont | $5.27 - $21 |
| Alaska | $5.27 - $21 |
| Colorado | $5.24 - $21 |
| Minnesota | $5.21 - $21 |
| Connecticut | $5.20 - $21 |
| Oregon | $5.19 - $21 |
| United States | $5 - $20 |
Xeriscaping 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
- Tree Removal$435 - $1,300
- 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
- Snow Removal$32 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$865 - $1,750
Xeriscaping cost in Colorado: common questions
How much does xeriscaping cost in Colorado?
About $5.24 - $21 per sq ft. The US range is $5 - $20 (Fixr).
Is xeriscaping more expensive in Colorado than average?
Colorado ranks #7 of 51 for landscaping wages, so xeriscaping runs 5% above the national average.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Colorado?
Area converted and how much existing turf is removed. Plant choices, rock and mulch materials. Drip irrigation for establishment. Local water-utility rebates that can offset turf removal.
How do I find xeriscaping companies in Colorado?
Local Landscaping lists 18 businesses offering this service in Colorado, including in Lakewood, Denver, Broomfield, Boulder and 5 more. Ask each for plant list, drip irrigation and whether the work qualifies for a local rebate.
Planning estimate: US range from Fixr (2025) 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.