Montana cost guide
Xeriscaping cost in Montana
Quick answer
Xeriscaping in Montana costs an estimated $5.17 - $21 per sq ft. That is 3% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Montana earn $21.90 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft)
- $5.17 - $21
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +3%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #13 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Montana: $1,550 - $6,210 (300 square feet at per sq ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Montana
- 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: Montana landscaping wages are 3% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Montana compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $5.19 - $21 |
| New Hampshire | $5.18 - $21 |
| New York | $5.18 - $21 |
| Montana | $5.17 - $21 |
| Rhode Island | $5.16 - $21 |
| Maine | $5.15 - $21 |
| Hawaii | $5.14 - $21 |
| United States | $5 - $20 |
Xeriscaping companies in Montana
Other landscaping costs in Montana
- Lawn Mowing$47 - $76
- Lawn Fertilization$68 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$135 - $425
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$43 - $80
- Gardener$37 - $70
- Tree Removal$425 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.07
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$625 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$750 - $3,200
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,600
- Paver Patio$10 - $18
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$82 - $310
- Snow Removal$32 - $74
- Commercial Lawn Care$845 - $1,700
Xeriscaping cost in Montana: common questions
How much does xeriscaping cost in Montana?
About $5.17 - $21 per sq ft. The US range is $5 - $20 (Fixr).
Is xeriscaping more expensive in Montana than average?
Montana ranks #13 of 51 for landscaping wages, so xeriscaping runs 3% above the national average.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Montana?
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 Montana?
Local Landscaping lists 2 businesses offering this service in Montana, including in Missoula and Bozeman. 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 Montana by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.