Portland homeowners pay $1,200 to $2,600 per year for lawn care. Here's the full breakdown.
$35–$65
Per Mow
28
Mows / Year
$1,200–$2,600
Annual Cost
6,500 sq ft
Avg. Lot
Based on a typical 6,500-square-foot lot in the Portland metro area.
The biggest factor in lawn care cost is lot size — and most homeowners guess wrong. The average Portland lot is 6,500 square feet, but your actual grass area is 30–50% less (after subtracting the house footprint, driveway, and hardscape). Use LotSite to measure the real number.
With your exact lawn measurements, you can buy the right amount of fertilizer, seed, and weed killer — no more overspending at the hardware store. For a 6,500-square-foot Portland lot, DIY lawn care typically costs $400–$800 per year versus $1,200–$2,600 for full service.
A popular middle ground: DIY the mowing and fertilizing, then hire a pro once a year for aeration and overseeding. This approach can save 40–60% while still giving your Perennial Ryegrass lawn the specialized care it needs in Zone 8b.
Enter your Portland address to measure your exact lawn area — then calculate what you actually need.