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Lawn Care Cost in San Diego
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in San Diego |
|---|---|
| Weekly mowing | $47–$81/visit |
| Fertilization | $70–$140/application |
| Aeration | $116–$233/job |
Lawn Care prices in San Diego run about 16% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.
Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving San Diego, rated 5.0★ on average across 55 customer reviews.
San Diego Climate & Seasonal Timing
What San Diego's weather means for scheduling lawn care.
- Annual precipitation
- 12.51"
- Heating degree days
- 1,542
- Cooling degree days
- 845
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44.3° | 65.9° | 2.68" |
| Feb | 47° | 65.1° | 2.31" |
| Mar | 48.8° | 66.7° | 2.21" |
| Apr | 51.9° | 69° | 0.86" |
| May | 56.6° | 70.6° | 0.2" |
| Jun | 59.6° | 73.6° | 0.09" |
| Jul | 63.6° | 78.8° | 0.06" |
| Aug | 65° | 80.9° | 0.05" |
| Sep | 62.8° | 79.7° | 0.21" |
| Oct | 56.7° | 75.7° | 0.76" |
| Nov | 49.5° | 70.4° | 1.45" |
| Dec | 45.2° | 65.8° | 1.63" |
NOAA station data 0.12 miles from San Diego.
Permits & Regulations in CA
No permit typically required
- Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license
- Applying pesticides or herbicides for hire requires separate licensing through the Department of Pesticide Regulation
- Many California water districts enforce irrigation-day restrictions that constrain lawn watering schedules
License required: CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license (work over $1,000)
Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov
Lawn Care FAQs for San Diego
How much does lawn mowing cost in San Diego?
Weekly mowing in San Diego typically runs $47-$81 per visit.
How often should I mow in San Diego?
Given San Diego rainfall of 12.51 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.
Are there fertilizer restrictions in CA?
Yes — Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. This affects San Diego lawn schedules.
How many lawn services cover San Diego?
We track 9 lawn professionals serving San Diego.
Does grass grow year-round in San Diego?
With 845 cooling degree days and winter lows near 44F, San Diego lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.
How much watering do San Diego lawns need?
At 12.51 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 81F, San Diego lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.
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