BLS wage data says landscapers in Nebraska earn $17.11/hr. That's 8.2% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$17.11
Customer Rate
$36–$49/hr
Markup Factor
2.5x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Nebraska
National Avg
| Service | Nebraska Price Range |
|---|---|
| Lawn mowing (average lot, weekly) | $37–$73 |
| Seasonal cleanup (spring/fall) | $138–$367 |
| Mulching (per cubic yard installed) | $55–$110 |
| Shrub trimming and pruning | $46–$138 |
| Sod installation (per 1,000 sq ft) | $367–$827 |
| Flower bed design and planting | $276–$1378 |
| Retaining wall (per linear ft) | $23–$69 |
| Irrigation system install | $2296–$4592 |
| Full landscape design-build | $2755–$13775 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Nebraska BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Nebraska (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Nebraska (NE). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, landscapers in Nebraska typically charge between $36 and $49 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Landscaping labor costs in Nebraska are 8.2% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Nebraska is $17.11, compared to $18.63 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($17.11/hr in Nebraska), apply a 2.5x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $36–$49/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Nebraska 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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