Last updated: April 23, 2026
Tree removal cost in San Diego (2026 guide)
Across San Diego County, tree removal runs $400 to $8,000 per tree, depending on tree size, access, and where you live. Prices vary by region, so pick your city for a local range.
Tree removal price by size across San Diego
| Size / scope | What it covers | County range |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 30 ft) | Ornamentals, young trees, clear drop zone | $400 to $800 |
| Medium (30 to 60 ft) | Mature shade trees, moderate access | $900 to $1,800 |
| Large (over 60 ft) | Tall specimens, near structures or lines | $2,000 to $3,500 |
| Complex / crane | Tight lots, over-house hazards, oversized | $3,500 to $8,000 |
County baseline per tree. Coastal and estate areas run higher; East County and South Bay lean value. Your city page has the local range.
Tree removal cost by city
Local tree removal pricing for every city we serve. Pick yours.
Coastal
- Tree removal cost in Encinitas
- Tree removal cost in Carlsbad
- Tree removal cost in Oceanside
- Tree removal cost in La Jolla
- Tree removal cost in Solana Beach
- Tree removal cost in Del Mar
- Tree removal cost in Pacific Beach
- Tree removal cost in Coronado
- Tree removal cost in Imperial Beach
- Tree removal cost in Kearny Mesa
- Tree removal cost in Mira Mesa
- Tree removal cost in Mission Valley
- Tree removal cost in San Ysidro
- Tree removal cost in Scripps Ranch
- Tree removal cost in Tierrasanta
North County Inland
- Tree removal cost in San Marcos
- Tree removal cost in Escondido
- Tree removal cost in Vista
- Tree removal cost in Poway
- Tree removal cost in Rancho Bernardo
- Tree removal cost in Rancho Santa Fe
- Tree removal cost in Fallbrook
- Tree removal cost in Valley Center
- Tree removal cost in Bonsall
- Tree removal cost in Rainbow
- Tree removal cost in Hidden Meadows
- Tree removal cost in Lake San Marcos
- Tree removal cost in Rancho Peñasquitos
East County
- Tree removal cost in El Cajon
- Tree removal cost in La Mesa
- Tree removal cost in Santee
- Tree removal cost in Lakeside
- Tree removal cost in Rancho San Diego
- Tree removal cost in Spring Valley
- Tree removal cost in Lemon Grove
- Tree removal cost in Granite Hills
- Tree removal cost in La Presa
- Tree removal cost in Casa de Oro
- Tree removal cost in Winter Gardens
South Bay
Mountain
- Tree removal cost in Alpine
- Tree removal cost in Ramona
- Tree removal cost in Julian
- Tree removal cost in Crest
- Tree removal cost in Jamul
- Tree removal cost in Descanso
- Tree removal cost in Pine Valley
- Tree removal cost in Campo
- Tree removal cost in Harbison Canyon
- Tree removal cost in Mount Laguna
- Tree removal cost in Borrego Springs
- Tree removal cost in Tecate
- Tree removal cost in Boulevard
- Tree removal cost in Dulzura
- Tree removal cost in Guatay
- Tree removal cost in Jacumba Hot Springs
- Tree removal cost in Palomar Mountain
- Tree removal cost in Potrero
- Tree removal cost in Ranchita
- Tree removal cost in Santa Ysabel
- Tree removal cost in Shelter Valley
- Tree removal cost in Warner Springs
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Common questions about tree removal cost
How much does tree removal cost in San Diego?
Across San Diego County, tree removal typically runs $400 to $8,000 per tree, depending on tree size, access, and location. Coastal and estate areas price higher; East County and South Bay lean value. Pick your city below for a local range.
What is the biggest factor in tree removal cost?
Size and access drive the price more than anything. A 25-foot ornamental on an open lot is a quick single-crew job. A 70-foot eucalyptus leaning over a roof needs rigging or a crane, extra crew, and careful disposal, which is why the range is wide. Every quote is flat-rate and written after an on-site look.
Does the price include stump grinding?
Stump grinding is usually quoted as a line item, not bundled by default, because some homeowners want the stump left or ground only partway. Grinding 6 to 12 inches below grade typically adds $125 to $600 depending on diameter. We show it separately so you can decide.
Why do written quotes beat phone estimates?
A number over the phone is a guess. Height, lean, decay, access, and what is under the drop zone all change the job. A free on-site estimate lets us give a firm, flat-rate figure in writing, so there is no day-of surprise.
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