Artificial Turf Cost Calculator
Rolls, base, infill and installed cost for fake grass.
Enter your values
0 for DIY
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Results
- Total installed cost
- $7,086.00
- Turf to order
- 660 sq ft
- Base stone
- 7.5 tons
- Infill bags (50 lb)
- 18
- Cost per sq ft
- $11.81
Quick answer
Artificial turf installs cost about $8–15 per square foot including base and infill; turf alone is usually $3–7 per square foot.
cost = area × (turf + base + infill + labour)
How to use the Artificial Turf Cost Calculator
- 1Measure the lawn area in feet.
- 2Add 10% waste for seams and trimming.
- 3Enter turf price and labour rate, or 0 for DIY.
Inputs explained
- Install per sq ft($)
- 0 for DIY
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Length30 ft
- Width20 ft
- Waste allowance10 %
- Turf price per sq ft4.5 $
- Install per sq ft6 $
- Base depth3 in
Results
- Total installed cost$7,086.00
- Turf to order660 sq ft
- Base stone7.5 tons
- Infill bags (50 lb)18
- Cost per sq ft$11.81
Frequently asked questions
How much does artificial turf cost per square foot?
Typically $8–15 installed; DIY with base and infill lands nearer $5–8.
How deep should the base be?
3–4 inches of compacted crushed stone for drainage and a flat, stable surface.
About this calculator
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