Sod Calculator & Cost Estimator
Sod costs $0.30–$0.85 per sq ft for the sod itself, or$1–$2 per sq ft professionally installed. A typical 2,000 sq ft lawn costs$600–$1,700 DIY or $2,000–$4,000 installed. Use the calculator below to get the exact rolls, pallets, and cost for your lawn.
How much sod do I need?
What will it cost?
Defaults are US national averages — adjust to local quotes. Set labor to 0 for a DIY estimate.
Enter your lawn dimensions above to see results.
Sod installation cost
The cost of laying sod has two parts: the sod itself and the labor to install it. Sod (also called turf grass) sells for $0.30–$0.85 per square foot depending on grass type — Bermuda and fescue sit at the low end, premium Zoysia and St. Augustine at the high end. Professional installation adds roughly $0.50–$1 per square foot of labor, bringing the total cost to install sod to $1–$2 per square foot. Site prep (removing an old lawn, grading, topsoil) can add $0.50–$2/sq ft more where needed.
| Lawn size | Sod only (DIY) | Professionally installed |
|---|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | $150 – $425 | $500 – $1,000 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $300 – $850 | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $600 – $1,700 | $2,000 – $4,000 |
| 5,000 sq ft | $1,500 – $4,250 | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| ¼ acre (10,890 sq ft) | $3,270 – $9,260 | $10,900 – $21,800 |
How the calculator works
Area is length × width per section, summed, plus your waste allowance (5–10% covers cutting around curves and edges; use more for irregular lawns). Rolls assume the standard 2 ft × 5 ft roll (10 sq ft); pallets assume 450 sq ft, the common standard — farms range 400–500 sq ft, so confirm with your supplier. Cost is area × your local rates. Price ranges reflect published US averages from national cost guides (Angi, HomeGuide, LawnStarter, 2026).
Sod cost FAQ
How much does it cost to lay sod?
Sod costs $0.30–$0.85 per square foot for the sod itself, or $1–$2 per square foot professionally installed (material + labor). A typical 2,000 sq ft lawn runs $600–$1,700 DIY or $2,000–$4,000 installed.
What is the cost to install sod per square foot?
Professional sod installation averages $1–$2 per square foot including the sod, delivery, and labor. Labor alone is roughly $0.50–$1 per square foot; premium grasses and site prep (grading, soil, old-lawn removal) push the total higher.
How much sod do I need?
Multiply the length and width of each lawn section in feet to get square feet, add 5–10% for waste and cutting, then divide by the roll size. A standard sod roll covers about 10 sq ft, and a pallet covers about 450 sq ft.
How many square feet does a pallet of sod cover?
Most sod pallets cover 400–500 square feet, with 450 sq ft the common standard. A pallet typically costs $130–$360 depending on grass type and region.