Tree Removal Cost by Size and Accessibility
What you'll pay by tree height, location, and stump grinding add-ons.
Tree removal costs scale with both size and access. A 50-foot tree in an open yard removes for $1,000-$2,500. The same tree leaning over a house or between power lines easily doubles or triples that.
Cost by height
Under 30 ft: $300-$750. 30-50 ft: $700-$1,800. 50-80 ft: $1,200-$3,500. Over 80 ft (oaks, pines, eucalyptus): $2,500-$6,500. Stump grinding adds $100-$400 per stump depending on diameter.
Emergency removals (storm damage, hazards) typically command a 30-50% premium and may require crane work.
What drives the spread
Proximity to structures requires roping limbs down piece by piece rather than dropping the tree. Power line clearance often requires utility coordination — sometimes free, sometimes adds $500+. Crane work for inaccessible trees adds $1,200-$2,500.
Always confirm the company carries general liability and worker's comp specifically for tree work — standard contractor policies often exclude it. Uninsured arborists creating property damage or injuries become your problem fast.