Estimate the cost to remove a tree. Pick size, access, and stump treatment. 2026 data; not a contractor bid.
| Item | Quantity | Estimated range |
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Got an arborist quote? Compare it to the planning range.
What this is: a planning-range tree removal calculator informed by 2026 cost guides (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor) and ISA Certified Arborist trade data.
Labor is modeled from per-unit installed rates with a crew-rate sanity check ($75-$150/crew-hr loaded billing rate), informed by BLS OEWS 37-3013 (Tree Trimmers and Pruners). Higher than other trades due to specialized risk + crane operator + insurance.
Last updated: May 2026. Full methodology →
| Size | Removal only | + stump grind | + crane |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (under 30 ft) | $200-$700 | $275-$1,000 | $700-$3,200 |
| Medium (30-60 ft) | $500-$1,400 | $575-$1,700 | $1,000-$3,900 |
| Large (60-80 ft) | $1,000-$2,500 | $1,075-$2,800 | $1,500-$5,000 |
| XL (80+ ft) | $1,800-$4,500 | $1,875-$4,800 | $2,300-$7,000 |
$200-$4,500 by size + access. Crane adds $500-$2,500.
Grind $75-$300 (lawn-friendly). Full removal $200-$800 (build-friendly).
Most private trees don't need one. Heritage species, public-right-of-way, large DBH often do.
Small trees (under 20 ft, away from structures, with proper PPE) maybe. Medium+ trees, near structures, or with chainsaw inexperience: hire pro. Tree work kills 100+ workers/yr; homeowner DIY accidents are common.
Usually whoever owns the trunk. State law varies. Document with photos and surveyor before removing.
