How Much Does Stump Removal Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Stump Removal Include?
Stump removal eliminates tree stumps via grinding, chemical removal, or manual extraction. Stump grinding is the most common method, using a machine to shred the stump into wood chips below ground level.
The national average cost for stump removal is $175 per stump. Most homeowners pay between $60 and $350, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Size
Small (under 12 in): $60-$150. Medium (12-24 in): $150-$250. Large (24+ in): $250-$400
Method
Grinding: $100-$300. Chemical: $10-$20 plus months of waiting. Full root removal: $250-$500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Stump diameter
- ✓Root system complexity
- ✓Access to stump
- ✓Number of stumps
- ✓Grinding depth
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Bundle multiple stumps for a volume discount
- 2.Combine with tree removal for better pricing
- 3.Rent a stump grinder for DIY (~$200/day)
- 4.Chemical stump removers cost $10-$20 but take months
📈 Stump Removal Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.4% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $149 | — |
| 2021 | $155 | +4.0% |
| 2022 | $165 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $170 | +3.0% |
| 2024 | $175 | +2.9% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Stump Removal Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $49 | $144 | $287 |
| Alaska | $77 | $224 | $448 |
| Arizona | $57 | $166 | $333 |
| Arkansas | $48 | $140 | $280 |
| California | $81 | $236 | $473 |
| Colorado | $65 | $189 | $378 |
| Connecticut | $73 | $214 | $427 |
| Delaware | $63 | $184 | $368 |
| Florida | $59 | $172 | $343 |
| Georgia | $54 | $158 | $315 |
| Hawaii | $85 | $249 | $497 |
| Idaho | $55 | $161 | $322 |
| Illinois | $63 | $184 | $368 |
| Indiana | $53 | $154 | $308 |
| Iowa | $52 | $151 | $301 |
| Kansas | $51 | $149 | $298 |
| Kentucky | $50 | $147 | $294 |
| Louisiana | $52 | $152 | $305 |
| Maine | $61 | $179 | $357 |
| Maryland | $69 | $201 | $402 |
| Massachusetts | $78 | $228 | $455 |
| Michigan | $55 | $161 | $322 |
| Minnesota | $61 | $179 | $357 |
| Mississippi | $47 | $137 | $273 |
| Missouri | $52 | $152 | $305 |
| Montana | $57 | $166 | $333 |
| Nebraska | $53 | $154 | $308 |
| Nevada | $61 | $179 | $357 |
| New Hampshire | $67 | $196 | $392 |
| New Jersey | $75 | $219 | $438 |
| New Mexico | $54 | $158 | $315 |
| New York | $79 | $231 | $462 |
| North Carolina | $54 | $158 | $315 |
| North Dakota | $54 | $158 | $315 |
| Ohio | $54 | $158 | $315 |
| Oklahoma | $50 | $145 | $291 |
| Oregon | $66 | $193 | $385 |
| Pennsylvania | $61 | $179 | $357 |
| Rhode Island | $69 | $201 | $402 |
| South Carolina | $52 | $152 | $305 |
| South Dakota | $51 | $149 | $298 |
| Tennessee | $52 | $151 | $301 |
| Texas | $56 | $163 | $326 |
| Utah | $57 | $166 | $333 |
| Vermont | $65 | $189 | $378 |
| Virginia | $63 | $184 | $368 |
| Washington | $69 | $201 | $402 |
| West Virginia | $48 | $140 | $280 |
| Wisconsin | $56 | $165 | $329 |
| Wyoming | $55 | $161 | $322 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does stump grinding take?
Most stumps take 30-60 minutes to grind, though large hardwood stumps can take 2+ hours.
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