Quick Answer

Landscaping Cost in Atlanta (2026)

Average cost in Atlanta

US$9,045avg

US$1,450 — US$15,000

US$5 — US$12 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
14 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Metro Atlanta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and crew wages

US$2,340 — US$9,750

55%

Materials

Plants, sod, mulch, and hardscape units

US$1,170 — US$4,500

30%

Design & Consultation

3D renderings and site planning

US$250 — US$2,000

10%

Permits & Disposal

City fees and debris haul-away

US$150 — US$750

5%

🧾Sales Tax (4%) — Georgia
Base cost + $362 tax$9,407

Sales Tax at 4%

📋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.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$9,200

US$7,360 — US$11,040

Based on 14 sources and market data for Atlanta. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$8,493

Today

US$9,045

Landscaping in Atlanta is 6.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$552 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 Atlanta

Verified providers
🔨

Serene Green Landscape Co.

2528 Lewfield Cir SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, USA

5.0
★★★★★

110 reviews

🔨

Peachtree Landscape

5317 Peachtree Blvd Ste. S204, Atlanta, GA 30341, USA

5.0
★★★★★

116 reviews

🔨

Atlanta Landscape Co.LLC

1450 Druid Valley Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30329, USA

4.9
★★★★½

81 reviews

🔨

Infantry Landscaping

3355 Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326, USA

4.8
★★★★½

168 reviews

🔨

Outdoor Makeover and Living Spaces

2852 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA

4.8
★★★★½

328 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

Sod installation in Atlanta typically costs between $1.00 and $3.00 per square foot. For a standard 0.17-acre lot, homeowners can expect to pay between $7,500 and $22,500 for full coverage including prep work.

Due to Atlanta's clay soil and erosion risks, retaining walls are common and cost an average of $6,167. Prices range from $3,503 to $8,993 depending on whether you use vinyl, wood, or stone materials.

Professional landscaping crews in Atlanta charge between $50 and $100 per hour. Basic maintenance tasks may be lower, around $29 to $53 per hour, while specialized hardscaping labor can reach $76 to $80 per hour.

A standard paver patio in Atlanta costs between $8 and $25 per square foot. Most homeowners pay approximately $3,804 for a mid-sized project, though high-end natural stone can exceed $50 per square foot.

Routine maintenance, including mowing, pruning, and seasonal cleanup, typically ranges from $100 to $300 per month for a standard residential property in the Atlanta area.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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: 4 days 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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