Tree removal cost by height
| Tree height | Installed price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree, up to 30 ft | $175–$450 | Most crews can drop it in sections without a crane |
| Medium tree, 30 to 60 ft | $450–$1,050 | The most common job on a residential lot |
| Large tree, 60 to 80 ft | $850–$1,350 | Rigging and a bigger crew |
| Very large tree, over 80 ft | $1,200–$2,000 | Often needs a crane or a bucket truck |
Height is the main price driver in every guide we read, and the four guides agree closely on the shape of the table even where the dollar figures differ. The prices are for cutting the tree down and removing the trunk and brush. Grinding the stump is a separate line, below. The labor share is adjusted for your state.
What changes the price
- Access. A tree beside the house, a fence or power lines has to be taken down in pieces. Angi puts tight or unsafe sites at 25%-50% more.
- Condition. Dead, leaning or diseased trees are riskier to climb. Angi lists a diseased tree at $400-$900.
- Timing. Emergency and same-day jobs cost 2 to 3 times the standard rate.
- How many trees. HomeGuide says the per-tree cost drops 10% to 25% when several trees are done in one visit.
- Where you live. The calculator adjusts the labor share for your state's tree trimmer wages.
Extras to expect
| Item | Typical cost | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Stump grinding | $100–$450 per stump | You want the stump gone, not left at ground level |
| Haul away logs and chips | $70–$300 | The crew leaves the wood unless cleanup is in the quote |
| Crane | $250–$600 | Very tall trees, or trees that cannot be dropped in sections |
| Permit | $60–$150 | Only where your city requires one for removal |
Some cities protect certain trees, and an arborist report can be required before a permit is issued; Angi lists one at about $860. Check with your city before you book.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Does the price include cutting up and hauling away the wood, or only felling?
- Is stump grinding included, and how deep will they grind?
- Is the crew insured for property damage and workers' injuries?
- Will a crane or bucket truck be needed, and is it in the price?
- Who pulls the permit, if your city requires one?
Methodology and sources
We price each height group per tree from four published guides, take the middle of their lows, midpoints and highs, adjust the labor share for your state's tree trimmer wages, and price stump grinding, cleanup, a crane and a permit separately. Read how we estimate costs.
- LawnLove: tree removal cost — height groups, stump removal, debris, fallen trees
- Angi: tree removal cost — height groups, crane, access, permit, diseased trees
- HomeGuide: tree removal cost — height groups, emergency rates, multiple trees
- Fixr: tree removal cost — height groups, stump grinding, permit, debris
- LawnLove: stump grinding cost — per-inch rates, minimum charge
- BLS OEWS May 2025, State (SOC 37-3013, Tree Trimmers and Pruners) — state labor index; Alaska and DC use neighboring states
What each source reports
Our estimate does not rely on any single page. This table lists each page we used and the figures it reports, so you can see where the ranges come from.
| Source | What it reports |
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| LawnLove |
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| Angi |
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| HomeGuide |
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| Fixr |
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| LawnLove stump guide | $120-$210 average per stump, $2-$5 per inch of diameter, $100 minimum (updated Dec 2025) |
Common questions about tree removal costs
How much does tree removal cost?
A typical job (medium tree, 30 to 60 ft) comes to about $750 nationally, within a range of $450 to $1,050. Use the calculator above to adjust for your state, the options you choose and any extras.
How much does tree removal cost?
Per tree, with labor and hauling the trunk away, a small tree (up to 30 ft) runs about $175–$450, a medium tree (30 to 60 ft) about $450–$1,050, a large tree (60 to 80 ft) about $850–$1,350 and a very large tree (over 80 ft) about $1,200–$2,000. Stump grinding is extra.
How much does it cost to remove a 50-foot tree?
A 50-foot tree falls in the medium group, about $450–$1,050. If it stands close to the house, a fence or power lines, expect more: about $620–$1,450 for tight access.
How much does large tree removal cost?
A large tree (60 to 80 ft) costs about $850–$1,350 and a very large one over 80 ft about $1,200–$2,000. A crane, when one is needed, adds about $250–$600.
How much does small tree removal cost?
A tree up to 30 ft costs about $175–$450. Many crews have a minimum charge, so one small tree is often priced close to the bottom of the next size up.
How much does emergency tree removal cost?
Storm-damage and same-day calls cost 2 to 3 times the standard rate in the guides we read. For a medium tree that is about $1,130–$2,630, and one guide lists emergency jobs at $450-$5,000.
How much does fallen tree removal cost?
Cutting up a tree that has already fallen costs far less than felling one, about $90-$300 in one guide and $75-$150 in another. A fallen tree lying on a house or fence is priced as emergency work.
How much does palm tree removal cost?
Palms are priced by height like other trees, so use the height groups above. The guides disagree on palms specifically, with ranges from $200 to $1,500 depending on the guide and the palm.
How much does stump removal cost?
Grinding a stump costs about $100–$450 each. One stump guide puts the average at $120-$210 per stump, charged at $2-$5 per inch of diameter with a $100 minimum.
Where do these prices come from?
They come from 5 published cost pages from 5 publishers, last checked Oct 8, 2026. We report what those pages say and do not invent figures; the table above shows each source.
How does my state change the estimate?
The labor part of the price is scaled by the average wage for the relevant trade in your state, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Materials and equipment are not adjusted.
Why might a contractor's quote differ from this estimate?
A quote reflects your specific scope, access, local demand and what the contractor includes. Ask for line items rather than a single total so you can compare bids on the same basis.
All 5 sources behind these prices
Every figure in the calculator comes from one or more of these pages, with the number each one supports in the link text.
- LawnLove: trees up to 30 ft $285-$435 (updated Oct 2026)
- Angi: trees up to 30 ft $150-$450 (updated Jul 2026)
- HomeGuide: small trees under 30 ft $200-$500 (Feb 2026)
- Fixr: trees up to 30 ft $150-$400 (updated Jan 2025)
- LawnLove stump guide: $120-$210 average per stump, $2-$5 per inch of diameter, $100 minimum (updated Dec 2025)