How much does lawn mowing cost in Johnson?

Per-visit mowing in Johnson runs $38–$50 for a 1/8-acre city lot, $50–$69 for a 1/4 acre, $69–$88 for a 1/2 acre, and $106–$125 for a full acre. That covers mowing, trimming, and blowing off the hard surfaces — most crews price by the visit on a weekly or biweekly route rather than by the hour.

How much does a season of lawn care cost in Johnson?

The Johnson mowing season is roughly 26 weekly visits, April through October. On a 1/4-acre lot that's $1,300–$1,800 for mowing only, or about $2,000–$2,900 at the full-service rate of $75–$110 per visit. Year-round contracts that fold in cleanups and bed care typically land between $2,170 and $4,340.

What do spring and fall cleanups cost?

Spring cleanups run $150–$850 in the Johnson area, with about $285 typical — debris, first edging, bed prep. Fall cleanups run $200–$1,200 with $400–$600 typical, because leaf volume drives the bill: a lot under mature oaks and maples can take multiple visits. Ask whether curbside pickup or full haul-away is included; hauling costs more.

How much does mulch cost installed in Johnson?

Installed mulch runs $80–$150 per cubic yard in Johnson, with $100–$130 typical — that's material, delivery, and spreading. One yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep, so a typical foundation-bed refresh of 3–5 yards costs $240–$750. Edging the beds first is often a separate line worth confirming.

What about sod, shrubs, and new plantings?

Those are project quotes rather than maintenance lines. Nationally, sod runs $1–$3.50 per sq ft installed, shrubs $25–$200 each, and planted trees $200–$700 depending on caliper — and Johnson pricing typically lands 15–25% above national figures. For a full re-landscape, get an itemized design-and-install bid; per-plant math stops working past a few beds.

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How much does landscaping cost in Johnson?

Most landscaping services in Johnson run $50 – $70, with a typical landscaping service around $60. Adjust the estimate for your job below. Figures reviewed 2026-11.

Lot size

Service level

Show season total (~26 visits)Weekly schedule, April through October.Spring cleanupFall cleanup

Mulch(cu yd)

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One yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep.

Estimated range

$50 – $70

Typical landscaping service around $60

A ballpark from regional averages — not a quote. Your price depends on the specifics of the job, so get written quotes from two or three licensed pros before deciding.

How this estimate works

A ballpark from regional averages — not a quote. Your price depends on the specifics of the job, so get written quotes from two or three licensed pros before deciding.

Per-visit mowing bands come from Greater Boston per-cut pricing by lot size (the baseline every market's estimate is scaled from) and assume regularly maintained turf. An overgrown first cut prices higher.
The season toggle multiplies by ~26 weekly visits (April–October); biweekly schedules halve the visit count but per-visit prices tick up.
The full-service band reflects typical 1/8–1/2 acre lots; acre-plus properties should expect the top of the band and beyond.
Cleanup bands are wide because leaf volume and bed count dominate: a small open lot books near the low end, heavily treed lots push the top.
Sod, shrub, and tree figures quoted in the FAQ are national; Greater Boston pricing typically lands 15–25% above them, and the other New England markets between the two.

Ranges are built from published New England contractor pricing and regional cost indices, scaled to Vermont (×0.95 on the Greater Boston baseline that the written figures on this page quote), last reviewed 2026-11.

What drives the price

Lot size and terrain

Acreage sets the base rate, but terrain moves crews' time: slopes, narrow side-yard gates that force a push mower, and scattered beds or play sets all slow a visit down. Two 1/4-acre lots in Johnson can price a tier apart on layout alone.

Per-cut versus a season commitment

Crews build weekly routes, and a committed slot on the route is worth more to them than a one-off cut — which is why per-visit prices firm up with a season agreement and why one-time cuts often carry a premium. If you're comparing quotes, compare the full ~26-visit season, not a single visit.

Mowing-only versus full-service

The $75–$110 full-service visit buys the whole checklist — edging, weeding, blowing, bed touch-ups — not just turf. If you're paying the mowing-only rate and adding à-la-carte extras most weeks, the bundled rate usually wins. Get the included list in writing; "full service" varies by company.

Cleanups are about volume

The spread on cleanups ($150–$850 spring, $200–$1,200 fall) is almost entirely leaf and debris volume: mature tree cover, bed count, and whether debris is hauled or left curbside. A crew that sees the property before quoting will land closer to the final number than a phone estimate.

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Landscaping cost questions, answered

How much does lawn mowing cost in Johnson?: Per-visit mowing in Johnson runs $38–$50 for a 1/8-acre city lot, $50–$69 for a 1/4 acre, $69–$88 for a 1/2 acre, and $106–$125 for a full acre. That covers mowing, trimming, and blowing off the hard surfaces — most crews price by the visit on a weekly or biweekly route rather than by the hour.
How much does a season of lawn care cost in Johnson?: The Johnson mowing season is roughly 26 weekly visits, April through October. On a 1/4-acre lot that's $1,300–$1,800 for mowing only, or about $2,000–$2,900 at the full-service rate of $75–$110 per visit. Year-round contracts that fold in cleanups and bed care typically land between $2,170 and $4,340.
What do spring and fall cleanups cost?: Spring cleanups run $150–$850 in the Johnson area, with about $285 typical — debris, first edging, bed prep. Fall cleanups run $200–$1,200 with $400–$600 typical, because leaf volume drives the bill: a lot under mature oaks and maples can take multiple visits. Ask whether curbside pickup or full haul-away is included; hauling costs more.
How much does mulch cost installed in Johnson?: Installed mulch runs $80–$150 per cubic yard in Johnson, with $100–$130 typical — that's material, delivery, and spreading. One yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep, so a typical foundation-bed refresh of 3–5 yards costs $240–$750. Edging the beds first is often a separate line worth confirming.
What about sod, shrubs, and new plantings?: Those are project quotes rather than maintenance lines. Nationally, sod runs $1–$3.50 per sq ft installed, shrubs $25–$200 each, and planted trees $200–$700 depending on caliper — and Johnson pricing typically lands 15–25% above national figures. For a full re-landscape, get an itemized design-and-install bid; per-plant math stops working past a few beds.

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