Quick Answer

Landscaping Cost in Minneapolis (2026)

Average cost in Minneapolis

$10,323avg

$1,500 – $45,000

$5 – $17 per sq ft

In Minneapolis, the average is $10,323 and most projects cost between $1,500 and $45,000, or about $5 – $17 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.

+5.7% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 weeks ago
Twin Cities

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled crew and installation

$4,125 – $24,750

55%

Materials

Plants, soil, mulch, and stone

$2,775 – $13,500

30%

Design & Planning

2D/3D renderings and consultation

$925 – $4,500

10%

Permits & Disposal

City fees and debris removal

$462 – $2,250

5%

🧾Sales Tax (6.88%) — Minnesota
Base cost + $710 tax$11,033

Sales Tax at 6.88%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically 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.

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sq ft
Scope
Hardscape Features
Irrigation / Lighting

Your estimate in Minneapolis

$10,323

Likely range $4,645 – $22,711

  • Labor55%$5,678
  • Materials30%$3,097
  • Design & Planning10%$1,032
  • Permits & Disposal5%$516

Basic (lawn + shrubs)

$10,323

Standard (design + planting)

$16,516

Full (hardscape + plants + irrigation)

$24,774

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Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Minneapolis. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$9,766

Today

$10,323

Landscaping in Minneapolis is ↑ 5.7% compared to roughly a year ago — about $557 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 Minneapolis

Verified providers
🔨

Beds & Borders Landscape Design, Inc.

19183 Kristie Ln, Eden Prairie, MN 55346, USA

5.0
★★★★★

164 reviews

🔨

Dean Bjorkstrand Landscaping

5508 Clinton Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55419, USA

4.9
★★★★½

123 reviews

🔨

3 Bears Landscaping

3916 Cheatham Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA

4.8
★★★★½

196 reviews

🔨

KG Landscape Management

10041 Polk St, Minneapolis, MN 55434, USA

4.8
★★★★½

182 reviews

🔨

Minnehaha Falls Landscaping

4549 41st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA

4.8
★★★★½

93 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

Most professional contractors in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area maintain project minimums ranging from $1,000 for basic maintenance to $8,000 for full renovations to cover mobilization and equipment costs.

A front yard refresh typically costs between $1,500 and $5,000, while comprehensive backyard renovations involving hardscaping or outdoor living spaces average between $15,000 and $50,000.

In 2026, billable labor rates for a standard landscaping crew in Minneapolis range from $50 to $100 per hour, with specialized landscape architects charging up to $150 per hour for design work.

Local real estate experts recommend investing approximately 10% of your home's total value into landscaping. For a $400,000 Minneapolis home, a standard budget for a full property landscape is roughly $40,000.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

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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