Wisconsin cost guide
Xeriscaping cost in Wisconsin
Quick answer
Xeriscaping in Wisconsin costs an estimated $5.02 - $20 per sq ft. That is about the national average, because landscaping workers in Wisconsin earn $20.55 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft)
- $5.02 - $20
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- 0%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #24 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Wisconsin: $1,510 - $6,030 (300 square feet at per sq ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Wisconsin
- 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: Wisconsin landscaping wages are about the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How Wisconsin compares
| State | Estimate (per sq ft) |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $5.05 - $20 |
| Idaho | $5.03 - $20 |
| Utah | $5.03 - $20 |
| Wisconsin | $5.02 - $20 |
| Nebraska | $5 - $20 |
| Arizona | $4.96 - $20 |
| Pennsylvania | $4.96 - $20 |
| United States | $5 - $20 |
Other landscaping costs in Wisconsin
- Lawn Mowing$44 - $72
- Lawn Fertilization$65 - $100
- Yard Cleanup$125 - $405
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$40 - $76
- Gardener$35 - $66
- Tree Removal$405 - $1,200
- Sod Installation$1 - $2.01
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$605 - $2,000
- Landscape Design$705 - $3,050
- Landscaping Installation$3,000 - $16,100
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$35 - $65
- French Drain$10 - $35
- Landscape Lighting$80 - $300
- Snow Removal$30 - $71
- Commercial Lawn Care$805 - $1,600
Xeriscaping cost in Wisconsin: common questions
How much does xeriscaping cost in Wisconsin?
About $5.02 - $20 per sq ft. The US range is $5 - $20 (Fixr).
Is xeriscaping more expensive in Wisconsin than average?
Wisconsin ranks #24 of 51 for landscaping wages, so xeriscaping runs about the national average.
What affects xeriscaping prices in Wisconsin?
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 Wisconsin?
Browse landscapers in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.