How Much Does Lawn Care Cost in Virginia?
Real ranges for mowing, fertilization, aeration, leaf removal and mulch across Virginia, with Chesterfield County numbers by lot size. Updated each spring from the estimates and confirmed quotes on this site.
Quick answer
Chesterfield County ranges for a typical quarter-acre lot with about 7,137 sq ft of turf.
Looking for national figures rather than Virginia ones? See how much lawn care costs and lawn mowing prices, both with regional adjustments.
Lawn mowing cost in Virginia
Mowing is priced per visit from turf area. Across Virginia a quarter-acre lot runs $40-$80 per weekly visit; Central Virginia and the Richmond suburbs sit in the lower-middle of that range, Northern Virginia at the top. Biweekly visits cost about 15% more each. A mowing season in Chesterfield is roughly 32 weekly visits (mid-March to November), so the annual cost of weekly mowing for a quarter-acre lot is about $1,500-$2,000.
| Lawn size | Approx. turf | Weekly mow | Every other week | Per month (weekly) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 1/4 acre | 4,510 sq ft | $40-$50 | $45-$60 | $173-$217 |
| 1/4 - 1/2 acre | 10,412 sq ft | $55-$70 | $65-$80 | $238-$303 |
| 1/2 - 1 acre | 25,562 sq ft | $100-$125 | $115-$145 | $433-$541 |
| 1 acre + | 40,000 sq ft | $140-$180 | $160-$205 | $606-$779 |
Ranges are calibrated to Chesterfield County providers and priced from turf area, not lot size. Type your address for your parcel's exact range.
Fertilization and weed control
Six-application tall fescue programs run $55-$95 per application for typical lots - $330-$570 per year. Virginia requires VDACS certification for commercial applicators; a program from an uncertified operator is illegal and usually cheaper for a reason.
| Lawn size | Approx. turf | Per application |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1/4 acre | 4,510 sq ft | $65-$85 x 6 apps |
| 1/4 - 1/2 acre | 10,412 sq ft | $90-$115 x 6 apps |
| 1/2 - 1 acre | 25,562 sq ft | $150-$190 x 6 apps |
| 1 acre + | 40,000 sq ft | $205-$265 x 6 apps |
Ranges are calibrated to Chesterfield County providers and priced from turf area, not lot size. Type your address for your parcel's exact range.
Aeration and overseeding
Core aeration alone is $100-$200 for a quarter-acre; with tall fescue overseed and starter fertilizer, $250-$350. This is the highest-return service for a Virginia fescue lawn and only works from late August to mid-October.
| Lawn size | Approx. turf | Per job |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1/4 acre | 4,510 sq ft | $195-$245 |
| 1/4 - 1/2 acre | 10,412 sq ft | $305-$390 |
| 1/2 - 1 acre | 25,562 sq ft | $600-$765 |
| 1 acre + | 40,000 sq ft | $880-$1120 |
Ranges are calibrated to Chesterfield County providers and priced from turf area, not lot size. Type your address for your parcel's exact range.
Leaf removal, mulch, cleanup
| Lawn size | Approx. turf | Per cleanup |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1/4 acre | 4,510 sq ft | $190-$240 |
| 1/4 - 1/2 acre | 10,412 sq ft | $260-$330 |
| 1/2 - 1 acre | 25,562 sq ft | $445-$570 |
| 1 acre + | 40,000 sq ft | $625-$795 |
Ranges are calibrated to Chesterfield County providers and priced from turf area, not lot size. Type your address for your parcel's exact range.
Mulch installs for $95-$125 per cubic yard including edging and weeding; a typical quarter-acre home uses 4-8 yards. One-time cleanups run $200-$400 depending on how far gone the yard is.
How to get an exact number
Type your address. We read your lot from county records, estimate the turf, and show your range - then match you with one Chesterfield provider who confirms it.
Questions homeowners ask
How much does lawn care cost per month in Virginia?
Weekly mowing for a quarter-acre lot runs $195-$280 per month in season (about 4.3 visits). Adding a fertilization program adds roughly $35-$45 per month averaged over the year.
What is the going rate per hour for lawn care?
Crews price per job, not per hour, but the implied rate is $50-$80 per crew-hour in Central Virginia. A two-person crew mows a quarter-acre lot in 20-30 minutes.
Is lawn care cheaper in Chesterfield than Northern Virginia?
Yes - typically 20-30% lower per visit. Fairfax and Loudoun mowing starts around $60 for the same lot that costs $45-$50 in Chesterfield.