Landscaping Cost in Denver (2026)
Average cost in Denver
$4,500 – $125,000
$5 – $17 per sq ft
In Denver, the average is $18,020 and most projects cost between $4,500 and $125,000, or about $5 – $17 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 12 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedInstallation and crew wages
50%
Plants, sod, mulch, and stone
35%
2D/3D conceptual plans
7%
City filings and property limits
3%
Unexpected site conditions
5%
Sales Tax at 2.9%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Sod or seed lawn
- Garden bed preparation
- Mulch & edging
- Shrubs & perennials (basic)
- Grading & soil prep
- Labor
Typically Excludes
- Hardscaping (pavers, retaining walls)
- Irrigation system
- Mature tree planting
- Outdoor lighting
- Fencing
Based on landscaping a standard 2,000 sq ft front or back yard.
🧮Estimate your project
LiveYour estimate in Denver
Likely range $8,109 – $39,644
- Labor50%$9,010
- Materials35%$6,307
- Design & Planning7%$1,261
- Permits & Surveys3%$541
- Contingency5%$901
Basic (lawn + shrubs)
$18,020
Standard (design + planting)
$28,832
Full (hardscape + plants + irrigation)
$43,248
Calibrated to 12 researched sources for Denver. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$16,308
Today
$18,020
Landscaping in Denver is ↑ 10.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,712 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Landscaping Contractors in Denver
Verified providersLittle Foot Landscaping Co
6205 W Mississippi Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226, USA
110 reviews
Highlands Landscaping & Fencing - Denver
5895 W 56th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002, USA
164 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
In 2026, a professional landscape design in Denver typically costs between $880 and $4,800, depending on whether you require a simple 2D plan or a complex 3D rendering for a full property.
Yes, Denver Water and local municipalities offer 'Sustainable Landscape' rebates, often providing up to $2.00 per square foot for replacing water-intensive turf with drought-tolerant plants and efficient irrigation.
Denver's dense clay soil is highly labor-intensive to excavate. Professional grading and leveling in the area cost an average of $1 to $2 per square foot, which is higher than the national average due to the specialized equipment needed for clay.
Permits are generally required for structural elements like retaining walls over 2 feet tall, decks, or major re-sloping that changes the grade by more than 24 inches. Permit fees typically range from $100 to $700.
For 2026, Denver landscaping companies typically charge between $75 and $125 per hour for a two-person crew, reflecting the city's higher cost of living and labor shortages.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 3 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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