04/02/2026
How much does it cost for a tree removal?
The cost to remove a tree typically ranges between $500 and $2,000, with an average price of $750.
What you’ll pay depends on several factors, including tree species, size, condition, location, and accessibility. It's not as simple as I have one tree that needs to be taken down, and it's just a one-tree price.
Your actual costs may be as low as $500 for the simple removal of a very small tree, or as much as $10,000 for a complex removal job for a very large or difficult-to-remove tree.
Factors that affect tree removal costs. Each tree removal job has specific challenges.
Multiple factors determine final costs: Height: The taller the tree, the more you can expect to pay for its removal.
Many tree removal companies charge by the foot. Species: Some types of trees are more difficult to remove than others, and the harder it is to remove a particular tree species, the more the job will generally cost.
For example, an aspen may be more expensive to remove than a pine because of its connected root system. Condition: If the tree is damaged or rotting, it may require extra supports for safety, increasing the cost of removal.
Accessibility: If the tree you need to remove is difficult to access because it’s too close to structures, power lines or other trees, your removal cost can increase by 25% to 50%.
Urgency: An emergency tree removal that needs to be done immediately to prevent further property damage or injury, such as when a tree falls on your home or car or is about to.
Urgent removals typically cost more than a non-emergency job where the time frame is more flexible.
Location: If you live outside of your tree service’s usual area of operation, you may be charged an additional mileage fee. Services involved in a basic tree removal job may include cutting the trunk into smaller sections and cutting and removing branches, leaving only a stump where the tree used to be.
Stump grinding, trunk hauling, chipping, trunk splitting and other services may come with additional costs. When hiring a tree service, make sure to get a very clear list of what your estimate includes