Cost to Landscaping Design and Installation in Raleigh, NC

$1,350–$16,200 in Raleigh

10% below the national average · 0.90x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Raleigh typically spend $1,350–$16,200 on a landscaping design and installation, about 10% below the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Southeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Raleigh

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per sq ft	$4	$9	$23
Materials	$720	$2,700	$9,000
Labor	$900	$3,150	$10,800
Permits	$0	$180	$450
Total	$1,620-10% vs. national avg	$6,480-10% vs. national avg	$22,950-10% vs. national avg

Budget

Basic refresh: mulch, shrub planting, sod in bare patches, clean edging

Mid-Range

Full front yard redesign: new plant beds, sod or seed, defined edging, basic irrigation

Premium

Professional full redesign: hardscape, mature trees, irrigation system, lighting, drainage

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Raleigh may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Sod (Instant Lawn)	$0.60-$1.20/sq ft materials	Immediate results, no waiting period, firm surface in days	Expensive, requires intensive watering for 4-6 weeks, limited grass types	Front yards where curb appeal matters immediately, small to medium areasImmediate results, no waiting period, firm surface in days
Seed (Grow-In Lawn)	$0.05-$0.20/sq ft materials	Lowest cost, wider grass variety selection, good long-term density	Takes 6-12 weeks to establish, requires precise timing, weed competition	Large back yards, budget-conscious projects, spring/fall timingLowest cost, wider grass variety selection, good long-term density
Hardwood Mulch	$35-$50/cubic yard installed	Suppresses weeds, retains moisture, improves soil, low maintenance	Breaks down over 1-2 years and needs refreshing, can harbor pests if piled against house	All plant beds - the most cost-effective landscaping improvement per dollarSuppresses weeds, retains moisture, improves soil, low maintenance
Native and Drought-Tolerant Plants	$10-$80/plant installed	Low water needs, minimal maintenance, supports local wildlife, lower long-term cost	Less visual impact in first year, limited selection in some regions	Eco-conscious homeowners, dry climates, low-maintenance landscapesLow water needs, minimal maintenance, supports local wildlife, lower long-term cost
Landscape Edging (Steel or Aluminum)	$1.50-$4/linear ft installed	Defines beds cleanly, prevents grass intrusion, professional look	Metal can rust or shift over time, requires periodic re-setting	Any project - clean edging is one of the most cost-effective ways to elevate a landscapeDefines beds cleanly, prevents grass intrusion, professional look

Other Projects in Raleigh

Full Kitchen Remodel

Full Bathroom Remodel

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Raleigh Estimate

Typical Range

$1,350–$16,200

vs. National Average

10% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.90x

Cost Per sq ft

$4–$23

Estimates apply Raleigh's 0.90x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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