Stump grinding remains one of the most cost-effective ways to remove tree stumps. Grounds Crew averages between $150 to $400 per stump, with most homeowners paying around $250–$350. Pricing is typically calculated at $5 per inch of stump diameter, though a site minimum of $150 applies.
Stump Diameter, Estimated Cost
6-24 inches, $150
25–36 inches, $150–$300
37–48 inches, $200–$400
49+ inches, $350–$800+
Additional stumps on the same property usually cost $30–$75 each after the first, depending on size and other factors listed below.
Key Factors That Affect Price
- Tree Species: Hardwoods (oak, maple) cost more to grind than softwoods (pine) due to density.
- Accessibility: Sloped yards, tight spaces, or obstacles can add $50–$200.
- Location: Prices run higher in coastal or high-cost cities (e.g., New York, Seattle) and lower in rural Midwest areas.
- Extras: Hauling wood chips ($50–$200), permits ($90–$485), or deep grinding/root chasing increases the total.
Tips to Save Money
- Schedule multiple stumps at once for discounts.
- You may also consider coordinating stump removal with a neighbor or someone close by to mitigate travel costs
- Leave chips on-site as mulch instead of paying for removal.
- Act in off-season (late fall/winter) when demand is lower.
Stump grinding is far cheaper and less invasive than full stump removal. For an accurate quote tailored to your yard, contact Grounds Crew at (319) 988-1953 for an estimate based on your stump’s diameter at ground level.
How Carson prices a stump, in his own words
Posted to the Grounds Crew Facebook page. Nothing here is our summary of his pricing — it is what he wrote himself.
Stump removal generally costs $5 per inch of diameter. Other factors such as exposed roots, height of the stump above grade and need for cleanup and haul away of the woodchips make it more of an art than a science. Removing more than one stump on a property can also drive the per inch price down.