What synthetic grass actually costs installed — then a free tool to quote your own job.
Artificial turf runs $10–$22 per square foot installed in 2026, with small jobs (under 500 sq ft) often landing near the top of that range because setup costs don't shrink with the yard.
| Job size | Typical installed cost |
|---|---|
| Under 500 sq ft | ~$20/sq ft (higher due to fixed setup costs) |
| 500 sq ft (average yard) | $4,000 – $7,350 total |
| 750+ sq ft | $14.70 – $18/sq ft |
Turf material grade and pile height, base prep (grading, weed barrier, crushed stone base), drainage needs, infill type, and edging/border work. The turf itself is often a smaller slice of the bill than the ground prep underneath it.
500 sq ft yard at $16/sq ft installed = $8,000 before markup and tax — covering material, base prep, and labor as separate line items your client can actually see.
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Prices above are 2026 US reference ranges from published industry sources (InstallArtificial, TurfKingz, LawnStarter, GreenSweep, QuoteIQ) and vary by region, base condition, and turf grade. They are not a quote — use the free calculator to build your own.