Tree Removal Cost Calculator

By CalculatorBolt Team | Published: Jan 15, 2025 | Updated: Jan 15, 2025 | Reviewed by: Cost Estimator & Arboriculture Editor

Estimate tree removal cost by height, trunk diameter, accessibility, location, and optional services. Get a price range and budget estimate. Informational only—get quotes from professionals.

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Estimate Tree Removal Cost

Select tree size or enter custom dimensions
Site accessibility affects cost significantly
Urban areas typically cost more
Regional labor and market rates vary

Used when "Custom" regional is selected

How it Works

We use a base cost matrix by tree size, accessibility, and location. Adjusted Base Cost = Base Cost × Accessibility × Location × Regional. Optional services (stump removal, etc.) are added. The result is a cost range.

Inputs Explained

  • Tree Size: Select a preset (Small/Medium/Large/Very Large) or enter custom height and trunk diameter.
  • Accessibility: Easy (1.0×), Moderate (1.3×), or Difficult (1.6×) access multipliers.
  • Location: Urban (1.0×), Suburban (0.9×), or Rural (0.8×) location multipliers.
  • Optional Services: Add stump removal ($100–$300), log splitting ($50–$150), or haul away ($100–$250).
  • Regional Adjustment: Regional labor and market rate multipliers.

Example

Given:

  • Tree Size: Medium (50 ft)
  • Accessibility: Moderate
  • Location: Suburban
  • Optional: Stump Removal

Calculation:

Base Cost: $600–$1,200 (Medium/Moderate/Suburban base)

Adjusted = $600×1.3×0.9 = $702 to $1,200×1.3×0.9 = $1,404

Add Stump Removal: +$200 (average)

Result: $902–$1,604 (rounded: $900–$1,600)

Tips & Notes

  • Accessibility significantly impacts cost. Difficult sites with power lines, structures nearby, or tight access cost 30–60% more.
  • Location affects rates. Urban areas are typically 10–20% more expensive than suburban or rural areas due to higher labor costs and limited access.
  • Always get multiple quotes from licensed, insured arborists. Verify their credentials and insurance coverage.
  • Stump removal is often priced separately. Grinding is more common than full removal.
  • Seasonal pricing: Tree removal may be cheaper in winter when demand is lower.
  • Emergency removal (storm damage, fallen trees) typically costs 1.5–2× normal rates.

FAQs

Tree size, trunk diameter, accessibility, location, and optional services like stump grinding all affect the cost. Difficult access sites and larger trees cost significantly more.

It provides an estimate based on typical rates. Actual costs vary by provider and market conditions. Always get multiple quotes from licensed arborists.

Stump grinding typically costs $100–$300, averaging around $200. Larger stumps or difficult access can increase the cost.

Yes, urban tree removal is typically 10–20% more expensive than suburban or rural areas due to limited access, higher labor costs, and stricter regulations.

Easy access means clear area with no obstacles. Difficult includes tight spaces, power lines nearby, buildings, fences, or slopes. Difficult access can cost 30–60% more.

Yes, always get 3–5 quotes from licensed, insured arborists. Verify their credentials, insurance, and reviews. Beware of very low quotes—they may cut corners on safety.

Emergency removal (storm damage, fallen trees) typically costs 1.5–2× normal rates due to urgency, after-hours work, and safety risks.

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