Sod Installation cost breakdown
At a mid-range, national-average baseline, a typical sod installation project is estimated at $2,000 to $5,000. The table below breaks the cost down so you can see where your project is likely to land.
| Grass type | Cost per sq ft | Typical total (2,000 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Bermuda | $1 to $2 /sq ft | About $2,000 to $4,000 |
| Fescue | $1 to $2.20 /sq ft | About $2,000 to $4,400 |
| St. Augustine | $1.20 to $2.50 /sq ft | About $2,400 to $5,000 |
| Zoysia | $1.30 to $2.80 /sq ft | About $2,600 to $5,600 |
Sod Installation cost by project size
Most of your sod installation cost scales with size. Here is the estimated national-average range at a few common project sizes.
| Lawn area (square feet) | Estimated total cost | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 square feet | $1,000 to $2,500 | Smaller project |
| 2,000 square feet | $2,000 to $5,000 | Typical project |
| 3,500 square feet | $3,500 to $8,750 | Larger project |
What drives sod installation cost
- Lawn area in square feet.
- Grass type and local availability.
- Site prep, grading, and soil amendments.
- Removal of an existing lawn.
- Delivery and regional labor rates.
Key cost factors
Prep is key
Healthy sod needs good soil contact. Grading, tilling, and adding topsoil add cost but are what make the lawn take and last.
Grass type
Choose a grass suited to your climate and sun. Warm-season grasses like Bermuda and Zoysia suit the South, while fescue suits cooler regions.