How Much Does Professional Landscaping Cost in Charlotte, NC?

Charlotte pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Based on local labor rates, humid-subtropical climate conditions, and Charlotte's banking-finance-energy economy.See our methodology

Low End
$2,850
Average
$6,650
High End
$14,250
per project
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Professional Landscaping Pricing in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte offers near-average pricing for professional landscaping, making it a reasonable market for this service. The local banking-finance-energy economy supports a growing labor pool, and the city's 875K population base ensures you can find multiple qualified providers to compare quotes.

Local climate plays a direct role in professional landscaping costs here. Mild winters but humid summers increase HVAC and pest control demand; occasional ice storms affect trees and roofs.

Market-specific factors matter in Charlotte: rapid growth has increased demand for all home services; banking hub economy supports premium service providers.

Charlotte has moderate permitting requirements. Depending on the scope of your professional landscaping project, you may need local permits. A licensed contractor will handle the permitting process as part of the job in most cases.

Charlotte vs National Average

Charlotte Average
$6,650
National Average
$7,000
Difference
-5%
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What Affects Professional Landscaping Cost in Charlotte?

Scope

Basic cleanup/planting: $1K-$5K. Mid-range design: $5K-$15K. Full landscape: $15K-$50K+

Hardscaping

Walkways, retaining walls, and patios add $2K-$10K+

Charlotte Market Conditions

rapid growth has increased demand for all home services; banking hub economy supports premium service providers

Local Climate Impact

mild winters but humid summers increase HVAC and pest control demand; occasional ice storms affect trees and roofs

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Top-Rated Professional Landscaping Pros in Charlotte, NC

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Creative Builders

โญ PREMIUM
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.7(129 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 137 Main St, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1990
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 4 hours

Serving Charlotte and surrounding areas since 1990. Licensed, insured, and committed to quality workmanship at fair prices.

Creative Interiors

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…3.9(158 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 258 Commerce Dr, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1994
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 2 hours

Craftsman Construction

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…3.5(101 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 962 Washington Ave, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1994
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+

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Tips to Save on Professional Landscaping in Charlotte

  • 1.Phase the project over multiple seasons
  • 2.Choose native plants that require less water and maintenance
  • 3.Do basic prep work (clearing, weeding) yourself
  • 4.Get a design plan first โ€” it prevents costly changes later
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๐Ÿ“ˆ Professional Landscaping in Charlotte Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years

$5,648
2020
$5,885
2021
$6,268
2022
$6,444
2023
$6,650
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$5,648โ€”
2021$5,885+4.2%
2022$6,268+6.5%
2023$6,444+2.8%
2024$6,650+3.2%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Professional Landscaping in Charlotte

$6,469
Avg Reported
$4,528
Lowest Reported
$9,380
Highest Reported

Recent Reports

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does landscaping increase home value?

Yes. Quality landscaping can increase home value by 10-15% and significantly improve curb appeal.

Why does professional landscaping cost different in Charlotte than other cities?

Charlotte's costs reflect local labor rates driven by the banking-finance-energy economy, humid-subtropical climate conditions that affect materials and scheduling, and moderate permitting requirements. The growing labor market also influences competitive pricing.

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