Landscaping Cost in Phoenix (2026)
Average cost in Phoenix
US$1,500 — US$50,000
US$5 — US$17 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSkilled installation and crew wages
60%
Plants, rock, turf, and hardscape
25%
3D renderings and consultations
10%
Clearing, leveling, and debris removal
5%
Sales Tax at 5.6%
📋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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$7,360 — US$11,040
Based on 9 sources and market data for Phoenix. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$9,953
Today
US$10,500
Landscaping in Phoenix is ↑ 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$547 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 Phoenix
Verified providersMountainscapers Landscaping
1545 E Yucca St B, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA
79 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
Xeriscaping typically costs between $5 and $20 per square foot in Phoenix. For a small to medium-sized yard, homeowners can expect to spend between $3,000 and $10,000 for a professional installation.
In 2026, artificial turf installation in the Phoenix metro area ranges from $8 to $20 per square foot. A standard 500-square-foot turf area typically costs between $4,000 and $10,000.
Monthly maintenance packages for average-sized residential yards in Phoenix generally cost between $100 and $400, depending on the frequency of visits and the complexity of the landscape.
A new automated drip or sprinkler irrigation system with a smart controller typically costs between $2,500 and $8,000, depending on the number of zones and yard size.
📊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 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.