BLS wage data says landscapers in Virginia earn $19.56/hr. That's 5.0% above the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$19.56
Customer Rate
$42–$56/hr
Markup Factor
2.5x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Virginia
National Avg
| Service | Virginia Price Range |
|---|---|
| Lawn mowing (average lot, weekly) | $42–$84 |
| Seasonal cleanup (spring/fall) | $157–$420 |
| Mulching (per cubic yard installed) | $63–$126 |
| Shrub trimming and pruning | $52–$157 |
| Sod installation (per 1,000 sq ft) | $420–$945 |
| Flower bed design and planting | $315–$1575 |
| Retaining wall (per linear ft) | $26–$79 |
| Irrigation system install | $2625–$5249 |
| Full landscape design-build | $3150–$15748 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Virginia BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Virginia (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Virginia (VA). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, landscapers in Virginia typically charge between $42 and $56 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Landscaping labor costs in Virginia are 5.0% above the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Virginia is $19.56, compared to $18.63 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($19.56/hr in Virginia), apply a 2.5x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $42–$56/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Virginia 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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