Landscaping Cost in Seattle (2026)
Average cost in Seattle
$5,000 – $100,000
$5 – $50 per sq ft
In Seattle, the average is $21,200 and most projects cost between $5,000 and $100,000, or about $5 – $50 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedPatios, walkways, and retaining walls
40%
Installation, grading, and site prep
30%
Trees, shrubs, perennials, and sod
20%
Irrigation, lighting, mulch, and soil
10%
Sales Tax at 6.5%
📋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 Seattle
Likely range $9,540 – $46,640
- Hardscaping40%$8,480
- Labor30%$6,360
- Plantings20%$4,240
- Systems & Materials10%$2,120
Basic (lawn + shrubs)
$21,200
Standard (design + planting)
$33,920
Full (hardscape + plants + irrigation)
$50,880
Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Seattle. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$19,962
Today
$21,200
Landscaping in Seattle is ↑ 6.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,238 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 Seattle
Verified providersNorth East Landscaping Services
12259 155th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059, USA
352 reviews
North East Landscaping & Design
4311 11th Ave NE Ste 525, Seattle, WA 98105, USA
175 reviews
Lee's General Landscaping and Yard Clean Up
12224 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98168, USA
222 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, professional landscaping labor in Seattle typically ranges from $50 to $150 per hour, with specialized landscape designers charging between $93 and $110 per hour for consultations and plan preparation.
A professional irrigation system installation for a standard Seattle residential lot generally costs between $3,000 and $10,000, depending on the complexity and number of zones required.
Due to Seattle's steep topography, yard leveling costs average between $1 and $2 per square foot, with total project costs for regrading typically falling between $1,262 and $3,498.
Ongoing professional yard care and maintenance agreements in the Seattle area typically start at approximately $300 per month for standard residential properties.
📊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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