Landscape Design Cost Calculator

Whether you are thinking of upgrading your backyard, front yard, or doing a full property makeover, the first question that pops up in your mind is very common:

"How much will it cost for a landscape design?"

Don’t worry, we have built a Landscape Design Cost Calculator. It accounts for the factors you choose, such as project type (full property, front yard, backyard, etc.), design complexity, location, and more.

Let’s dive deeper to understand everything about it step by step.

What is Landscape Design?

Landscape design is about giving your outdoor space a beautiful, aesthetic and long-lasting look by making it functional as well. It involves:

• Designing front yards, backyards, or entire properties
• Creating a beautiful layouts for patios and pathways
• Planning planting beds, trees, shrubs, and sod
• Balancing beauty with functionality (think drainage, shade, and accessibility)

What is a Landscape Design Cost Calculator?

The Landscape Design Cost Calculator is a simple but powerful online tool that helps homeowners estimate the cost of designing the landscape of their home—whether it’s the front yard, backyard, or the full property.

Let's look at a simple core formula:

Total Cost = (Base Fee + Hardscaping Fee + Planting Fee) × Location Factor

Where:

• Base Fee = (Area × Rate per sq.ft × Project Type Multiplier) but never less than the minimum fee for that complexity.
• Hardscaping Fee = (Area × Hardscaping Rate) (if included)
• Planting Fee = (Area × Planting Rate) (if included)
• Location Factor = Rural (0.90), Suburban (1.00), Urban (1.15)

Our calculator makes the estimation easy and accurate for making informed decisions to avoid overspending or unexpected expenses.