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Land Clearing Cost CalculatorEstimate Your Texas Project

Use our pricing guide to estimate land clearing costs for your Texas property. Calculate by acreage, vegetation type, and terrain conditions.

Note: These are estimates for budget planning. Get a free on-site assessment for accurate project pricing. Actual costs may vary based on site conditions.

How to Estimate Your Clearing Cost

1

Find Your Base Price

Look up the per-acre cost for your vegetation type in the table below.

2

Adjust for Terrain

Add percentage adjustments for rocky, steep, or difficult access terrain.

3

Multiply by Acreage

Multiply the adjusted per-acre cost by your total acres.

Base Pricing by Vegetation Type

2025 Texas land clearing rates (forestry mulching)

Vegetation TypeLow EstimateHigh Estimate
Light brush/saplings$1,200/acre$2,000/acre
Moderate brush$1,800/acre$3,000/acre
Heavy brush$2,500/acre$4,000/acre
Cedar (Hill Country)$2,000/acre$4,000/acre
Mesquite (South TX)$2,500/acre$4,500/acre
Dense cedar brake$2,800/acre$5,000/acre
Heavy mesquite + root grubbing$3,500/acre$5,500/acre

Terrain Adjustment Factors

Add these percentages to your base price

Flat, easy accessBase price
Rolling hills+10-15%
Rocky terrain+15-25%
Steep slopes+20-35%
Limited access+10-20%

Sample Project Estimates

Common Texas land clearing project budgets

5 acres, light brush, flat

$6,000 - $10,000

10 acres, moderate brush, rolling

$20,000 - $35,000

25 acres, cedar (Hill Country)

$55,000 - $110,000

50 acres, heavy brush, rocky

$150,000 - $250,000

100 acres, mesquite w/ root grubbing

$350,000 - $550,000

200 acres, mixed brush, phased

$400,000 - $700,000

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Factors That Affect Your Cost

Increases Cost

  • Rocky terrain requiring careful navigation
  • Steep slopes (more time, safety concerns)
  • Mesquite requiring root treatment
  • Limited equipment access
  • Selective clearing around trees to preserve

May Reduce Cost

  • Large acreage (volume discounts)
  • Flat, easy-access terrain
  • Light vegetation density
  • Clear-cut (no trees to preserve)
  • Multi-year phased contracts

Additional Services & Costs

Root Grubbing

+$1,000 - $2,000/acre

For permanent mesquite removal

Chemical Follow-up

$200 - $500/acre

Per treatment (2-3 treatments typical)

Stump Grinding

$300 - $600/acre

Beyond standard mulching

Debris Hauling

$400 - $800/acre

If not mulched in place

Reseeding

$150 - $400/acre

Native grass seed + application

Fence Removal

$2 - $5/linear foot

Temporary removal/reinstall

Cost Calculator FAQs

Common questions about clearing costs

This calculator provides budget estimates based on typical Texas land clearing costs. Actual prices vary based on specific site conditions, equipment access, and project requirements. Use these figures for initial budgeting, then get a free on-site assessment for an accurate quote. Most projects fall within the ranges shown, but complex sites may exceed estimates.
The biggest cost factors are: 1) Vegetation type - mesquite requiring root treatment costs more than cedar; 2) Vegetation density - heavy brush takes longer; 3) Terrain - rocky, steep, or difficult access increases costs 15-35%; 4) Acreage - larger projects may qualify for volume discounts; 5) Debris handling - if burn piles are needed vs. mulching in place.
Most professional clearing contractors have minimum project sizes of 2-5 acres due to equipment mobilization costs. Smaller projects may pay a premium or flat mobilization fee ($500-$1,500). For very small areas (under 1 acre), consider whether rental equipment or hand clearing might be more cost-effective.
Many landowners finance clearing projects through farm/ranch loans, home equity, or land improvement loans. USDA programs like EQIP may provide cost-sharing for conservation-related clearing. We can provide detailed quotes and documentation needed for financing applications.
Yes! Projects over 50 acres often receive 10-15% discounts. Very large projects (100+ acres) may see 15-20% discounts. Phased projects spread over multiple years can also qualify for multi-year contract pricing. We work with landowners to structure projects for the best value.
Standard estimates typically don't include: 1) Permits (if required by your jurisdiction); 2) Fence removal/reinstallation; 3) Debris hauling (if not mulched in place); 4) Stump grinding beyond standard mulching; 5) Reseeding; 6) Follow-up chemical treatment for mesquite. These add-ons can increase total cost 10-25%.

Get an Accurate Quote for Your Property

These estimates are helpful for planning, but every property is unique. Get a free on-site assessment for accurate project pricing.