Tree Service Costs

Removing, trimming and treating trees, plus stump grinding and storm clean-up.

  • 9 Services priced
  • $400 – $2,500 Typical price band
  • August 2026 Last updated

Tree Service prices at a glance (2026)

National averages. Enter your ZIP on any service page to localize the range.

Service Low Average High
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Tree Removal $400 $950 $2,500

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Tree Removal vs Tree Trimming Learn when a tree needs full removal versus when trimming or pruning saves it, based on structural damage, disease, location,… See cost guide → How to Prevent Trees From Becoming Hazards Learn the pruning schedules, soil care, pest monitoring, and inspection routines that keep trees structurally sound and reduce the odds… See cost guide → Common Tree Removal Scams and Mistakes to Avoid Learn the most common tree removal scams and homeowner mistakes, from door-to-door solicitors and cash demands to uninsured crews and… See cost guide → Questions to Ask a Tree Removal Contractor The key questions to ask a tree removal contractor before signing, covering insurance, ISA certification, permits, cleanup, and who is… See cost guide → What to Expect During Tree Removal A step-by-step look at what happens during a professional tree removal, from site assessment and safety setup through cutting, cleanup,… See cost guide → Tree Removal DIY vs Hiring a Professional Learn when a small tree is safe to remove yourself and when a professional is required, based on height, equipment,… See cost guide → Signs a Tree Needs to Be Removed Learn the warning signs that a tree is hazardous and needs removal, including leaning trunks, dead limbs, root damage, fungus,… See cost guide → How to Hire a Tree Removal Company Learn how to vet a tree removal company by checking licensing, insurance, certification, reviews, and written estimates so you hire… See cost guide → Tree Removal Tree Removal $950 $400 – $2,500 per tree Tree removal cost runs $400 to $2,500 per tree, averaging about $950. Height, trunk diameter, access, and stump grinding drive… See cost guide →

How we estimate tree service costs

Every tree service price here starts as a national average for that job, then gets adjusted to your area rather than quoted as a single flat number. Three public datasets do the localizing:

  1. BEA Regional Price Parities — how much more (or less) a metro or state costs than the US average.
  2. HUD ZIP → metro crosswalk — maps your ZIP code to the right metro area, so pricing is local rather than statewide.
  3. U.S. Census (ACS 5-year) — population, median household income and median home value, which track what local contractors can charge.

Open any service above and enter your ZIP to see the low, average and high for your city.

What affects tree service prices

  • Scope and size — the single biggest driver; bigger or more complex jobs scale close to linearly.
  • Materials and grade — entry-level versus premium materials can double the material line on a quote.
  • Local labor rates — the same job costs noticeably more in a high-cost metro than in a rural county.
  • Access and site conditions — tight access, height, or anything needing extra equipment adds labor hours.
  • Permits and inspections — some municipalities require them; the fee and the wait both land on your bill.
  • Season and urgency — peak-season and emergency call-outs carry a premium over scheduled work.