California cost guide
Yard Cleanup cost in California
Quick answer
Yard Cleanup in California costs an estimated $140 - $440 per cleanup. That is 10% above the national average, because landscaping workers in California earn $22.80 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per cleanup)
- $140 - $440
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +10%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #4 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Priced as per cleanup.
Estimated cost in California: $140 - $440
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects yard cleanup prices in California
- Yard size and the volume of leaves, branches and debris.
- Whether haul-away and disposal fees are included.
- Extra tasks such as bed edging, mulch, pruning or gutter clearing.
- Season: fall leaf cleanups are the busiest time for most crews.
- Local labor costs: California landscaping wages are 10% above the national average, and labor is about 85% of this job's price.
How California compares
| State | Estimate (per cleanup) |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $145 - $470 |
| Massachusetts | $145 - $465 |
| Washington | $140 - $455 |
| California | $140 - $440 |
| Vermont | $140 - $440 |
| Alaska | $140 - $440 |
| Colorado | $135 - $435 |
| United States | $125 - $400 |
Yard Cleanup companies in California
Other landscaping costs in California
- Lawn Mowing$49 - $78
- Lawn Fertilization$69 - $105
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$44 - $83
- Gardener$39 - $72
- Tree Removal$440 - $1,300
- Sod Installation$1.05 - $2.11
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$635 - $2,100
- Landscape Design$775 - $3,350
- Landscaping Installation$3,200 - $17,000
- Paver Patio$11 - $18
- Retaining Wall$37 - $69
- French Drain$11 - $37
- Landscape Lighting$84 - $315
- Xeriscaping$5.27 - $21
- Snow Removal$33 - $76
- Commercial Lawn Care$875 - $1,750
Yard Cleanup cost in California: common questions
How much does yard cleanup cost in California?
About $140 - $440 per cleanup. The US range is $125 - $400 (HomeGuide).
Is yard cleanup more expensive in California than average?
California ranks #4 of 51 for landscaping wages, so yard cleanup runs 10% above the national average.
What affects yard cleanup prices in California?
Yard size and the volume of leaves, branches and debris. Whether haul-away and disposal fees are included. Extra tasks such as bed edging, mulch, pruning or gutter clearing. Season: fall leaf cleanups are the busiest time for most crews.
How do I find yard cleanup companies in California?
Local Landscaping lists 7 businesses offering this service in California, including in Fresno, California City, San Francisco, Victorville and 1 more. Ask each for what is hauled away, disposal fees and which beds and areas are covered.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for California by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.