What You Pay for Stump Removal in Memphis — Average Prices & Breakdown

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In Memphis, stump removal commonly costs between $1,860 and $7,256 per job, with $3,674 as the typical price.

Because Memphis sits in Tennessee, local labour supply and material delivery shape much of the price. Confirm up front whether permits and cleanup are included.

Typical cost at a glance

United States planning figures, per job
LevelPrice
Low~$1,860
Typical~$3,674
High~$7,256

Cost by type

TypeLowTypicalHigh
Complete stump removal at standard grade~$1,860~$4,558~$7,256
Single-issue patch or repair~$335~$1,474~$2,612
Assessment visit with written scope~$56.00~$246~$435
Upgraded materials or custom finish~$2,883~$9,061~$15,238
Weekend, holiday or rush callout~$2,381~$7,068~$11,755

All figures per job.

What Stump Removal typically costs

Stump Removal does not carry one published price. Across Memphis, most jobs fall between $1,860 and $7,256 per job, and the number in between, about $3,674, is the fairest single figure to plan around.

Who sets stump removal prices

There is no fixed tariff for stump removal. The figure is set by the provider's own economics, covering labour, materials, travel and availability, so it varies by company and by season.

Timing your stump removal

Timing changes what you pay for stump removal. Demand peaks around holidays, seasonal deadlines and the start of the busy season, and prices follow. Booking in a quieter window is one of the few levers that lowers the figure without cutting scope.

Budgeting for stump removal

For stump removal, the number to hold in reserve is the high end, $7,256. The number to expect is around $3,674. Budgeting for both keeps the decision calm.

How to compare quotes for stump removal

When you compare quotes for stump removal, line up the scope, the materials and the timeline rather than just the totals. Ask each provider what would make the price rise after the quote is accepted.

What moves the price of stump removal

The scope you agree drives most of the cost of stump removal. Every extra task, upgraded material or access complication adds labour and risk, and the provider prices that risk into the quote.

Frequently asked questions

How much does stump removal cost?
Most stump removal falls between $1,860 and $7,256, with a typical figure near $3,674 per job. The low end is a straightforward job with no surprises; the high end covers complex scope, premium materials or urgent timing. It is worth testing that against a couple of quotes in Memphis.
What affects the price of stump removal?
No single factor decides it — scope, materials, access and timing all move the total, and the biggest swings usually come from access and scheduling. Local providers in Memphis can confirm how that applies to your area.
Is Stump Removal cheaper in smaller cities?
Often, but not always. Smaller markets can carry a travel or availability premium that offsets a lower local rate, so it is worth checking a nearby city before assuming the lowest published figure applies to you. In Memphis, that is worth confirming with a local provider before you commit.
How many quotes should I get for stump removal?
Two or three written quotes are enough to see the real market range. Compare the same scope side by side, and ask each provider what is excluded and what would change the price after the quote is accepted. The answer can shift with the Memphis market, so check locally.

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These are planning ranges drawn from public price data and market research. They are not a quote, an offer or financial advice, and your actual price depends on the provider, the location and the scope of the work.