Lawn Care Cost Calculator (2026)
Lawn mowing usually costs about $50–$200 a visit, and services like fertilizing, aeration or leaf removal are priced separately. Choose the service and your state – or enter your lawn size – to see a realistic price.
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Estimates only, based on national price guides adjusted with official state price levels. Always get a written quote – prices depend on the job, materials and the company.
Typical lawn care prices in the U.S.
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Lawn mowing (per visit) | $50 – $205 |
| Lawn mowing by lawn size | $0.01–$0.06 per sq ft |
| Fertilizing (per visit) | $71 – $380 |
| Lawn aeration | $75 – $200 |
| Leaf removal | $300 – $600 |
| Spring or fall cleanup | $190 – $1,000 |
Hourly rate: most lawn care companies charge about $35–$70 an hour.
What affects the price
- Lawn size and how often it is mowed – weekly visits are cheaper per visit than occasional ones.
- Slopes, obstacles, fences and very long grass take more time.
- Extras like edging, trimming and hauling away clippings.
- Fertilizing and weed control depend on the products and number of treatments a year.
Lawn mowing (per visit): cost by state
Show all 50 states and D.C.
| State | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $45 – $185 |
| Alaska | $50 – $210 |
| Arizona | $50 – $205 |
| Arkansas | $45 – $175 |
| California | $55 – $230 |
| Colorado | $50 – $210 |
| Connecticut | $50 – $215 |
| Delaware | $50 – $205 |
| District of Columbia | $55 – $225 |
| Florida | $50 – $210 |
| Georgia | $50 – $200 |
| Hawaii | $55 – $225 |
| Idaho | $45 – $185 |
| Illinois | $50 – $205 |
| Indiana | $45 – $190 |
| Iowa | $45 – $180 |
| Kansas | $45 – $185 |
| Kentucky | $45 – $185 |
| Louisiana | $45 – $180 |
| Maine | $50 – $200 |
| Maryland | $50 – $215 |
| Massachusetts | $55 – $220 |
| Michigan | $45 – $195 |
| Minnesota | $50 – $200 |
| Mississippi | $45 – $180 |
| Missouri | $45 – $190 |
| Montana | $45 – $185 |
| Nebraska | $45 – $185 |
| Nevada | $50 – $200 |
| New Hampshire | $55 – $215 |
| New Jersey | $55 – $225 |
| New Mexico | $45 – $185 |
| New York | $55 – $220 |
| North Carolina | $45 – $195 |
| North Dakota | $45 – $180 |
| Ohio | $45 – $190 |
| Oklahoma | $45 – $180 |
| Oregon | $50 – $215 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 – $200 |
| Rhode Island | $50 – $210 |
| South Carolina | $45 – $190 |
| South Dakota | $45 – $180 |
| Tennessee | $45 – $190 |
| Texas | $50 – $200 |
| Utah | $50 – $195 |
| Vermont | $50 – $200 |
| Virginia | $50 – $205 |
| Washington | $55 – $225 |
| West Virginia | $45 – $185 |
| Wisconsin | $45 – $190 |
| Wyoming | $45 – $185 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does lawn mowing cost?
Professional lawn mowing usually costs about $50 to $205 per visit, or roughly 1 to 6 cents per square foot of lawn.
How much does lawn aeration cost?
Aerating a typical lawn costs about $75 to $200.
How much does leaf removal cost?
Leaf removal usually costs about $300 to $600, and a full spring or fall cleanup costs about $190 to $1,000.
How much do lawn care workers charge per hour?
Routine lawn work is usually billed at about $35 to $70 an hour.