Landscapers in
Kent, WA

In the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $23.31 an hour ($48,480 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $19.46–$30.24. About 11,780 people work in this occupation in the metro area. These are what workers earn, not what landscapers charge: a contractor's hourly rate also covers insurance, licensing, vehicles, overhead and profit. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

The typical home in Kent was built in 1985, and 39% of homes were built before 1980. The median owner-occupied home is worth $587,800. 52% of Kent's homes are single-family detached houses, the homes most likely to have their own yard to maintain. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

Landscaping costs in Kent range from $50–$150 per visit for basic maintenance to $2,500–$12,000+ for comprehensive design and plantings. Hardscaping projects tend to be the most expensive.

Kent homeowners have access to a wide range of landscaping services including lawn installation and maintenance, tree and shrub planting, irrigation systems, hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls), outdoor lighting, landscape design, and seasonal cleanup. Many contractors in Kent also offer specialized services like drainage solutions, sod installation, and xeriscaping.

Most basic landscaping in Kent doesn't require a permit, but projects involving retaining walls over a certain height, irrigation systems connected to city water, grading that affects drainage, or tree removal may require permits. Contact the Kent building department for permit requirements. Check with your local building department before starting any major landscaping project in Kent.

On Ratedeed, you can browse landscapers serving Kent who specialize in everything from lawn maintenance to complete outdoor transformations. Look for professionals experienced with Kent's local climate and soil conditions. Read reviews from other Kent homeowners, request free quotes, and ask for photos of completed projects in the area.

The best plants for Kent depend on your specific location, sun exposure, and soil type. Local nurseries and landscapers familiar with Kent's climate can recommend native and adapted species that thrive with minimal maintenance.