Landscaping Prices in Louisiana — 2026 Rates

BLS wage data says landscapers in Louisiana earn $15.54/hr. That's 16.6% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.

Louisiana Landscaping Rates at a Glance

BLS Hourly Wage

$15.54

Customer Rate

$33–$45/hr

Markup Factor

2.5x

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.

Louisiana vs. National Average

Louisiana

$15.54/hr
-16.6%

National Avg

$18.63/hr

Louisiana labor costs sit below the national average. You can price competitively and still maintain solid margins. Just don't race to the bottom.

What Landscapers Charge in Louisiana

Service Louisiana Price Range
Lawn mowing (average lot, weekly) $33–$67
Seasonal cleanup (spring/fall) $125–$334
Mulching (per cubic yard installed) $50–$100
Shrub trimming and pruning $42–$125
Sod installation (per 1,000 sq ft) $334–$751
Flower bed design and planting $250–$1251
Retaining wall (per linear ft) $21–$63
Irrigation system install $2085–$4170
Full landscape design-build $2502–$12511

Prices adjusted from national averages using Louisiana BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.

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Estimated per-job price for Louisiana (/hr effective rate)

Based on BLS wage data for Louisiana (LA). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.

Louisiana Landscaping Pricing FAQ

How much do landscapers charge in Louisiana?

Based on BLS wage data, landscapers in Louisiana typically charge between $33 and $45 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.

Are landscaping prices in Louisiana higher or lower than the national average?

Landscaping labor costs in Louisiana are 16.6% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Louisiana is $15.54, compared to $18.63 nationally.

How should I price a landscaping job in Louisiana?

Start with your labor cost ($15.54/hr in Louisiana), apply a 2.5x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $33–$45/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.

What affects landscaping prices across Louisiana?

The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Louisiana 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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