Maryland cost guide
Xeriscaping cost in Maryland
Quick answer
Xeriscaping in Maryland costs an estimated $5.06 - $20 per sq ft. That is 1% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Maryland earn $20.86 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft)
- $5.06 - $20
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +1%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #20 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Maryland: $1,520 - $6,070 (300 square feet at per sq ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Maryland
- 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: Maryland landscaping wages are 1% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Maryland compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $5.13 - $21 |
| North Dakota | $5.08 - $20 |
| Nevada | $5.07 - $20 |
| Maryland | $5.06 - $20 |
| New Jersey | $5.05 - $20 |
| Idaho | $5.03 - $20 |
| Utah | $5.03 - $20 |
| United States | $5 - $20 |
Other landscaping costs in Maryland
- Lawn Mowing$45 - $73
- Lawn Fertilization$66 - $100
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $410
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$41 - $77
- Gardener$36 - $67
- Tree Removal$410 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.01 - $2.02
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$610 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$715 - $3,050
- Landscaping Installation$3,050 - $16,200
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$35 - $66
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$81 - $305
- Snow Removal$31 - $71
- Commercial Lawn Care$815 - $1,650
Xeriscaping cost in Maryland: common questions
How much does xeriscaping cost in Maryland?
About $5.06 - $20 per sq ft. The US range is $5 - $20 (Fixr).
Is xeriscaping more expensive in Maryland than average?
Maryland ranks #20 of 51 for landscaping wages, so xeriscaping runs 1% above the national average.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Maryland?
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 Maryland?
Browse landscapers in Maryland and 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 Maryland by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.