BLS wage data says landscapers in Georgia earn $17.81/hr. That's 4.4% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$17.81
Customer Rate
$38–$51/hr
Markup Factor
2.5x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Georgia
National Avg
| Service | Georgia Price Range |
|---|---|
| Lawn mowing (average lot, weekly) | $38–$76 |
| Seasonal cleanup (spring/fall) | $143–$382 |
| Mulching (per cubic yard installed) | $57–$115 |
| Shrub trimming and pruning | $48–$143 |
| Sod installation (per 1,000 sq ft) | $382–$860 |
| Flower bed design and planting | $287–$1434 |
| Retaining wall (per linear ft) | $24–$72 |
| Irrigation system install | $2390–$4780 |
| Full landscape design-build | $2868–$14339 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Georgia BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Georgia (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Georgia (GA). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, landscapers in Georgia typically charge between $38 and $51 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Landscaping labor costs in Georgia are 4.4% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Georgia is $17.81, compared to $18.63 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($17.81/hr in Georgia), apply a 2.5x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $38–$51/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Georgia can vary 30–40%), job complexity, and recurring vs. one-time work. Recurring contracts cost less per visit because there's no re-quoting or onboarding.
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