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Lawn Care in Portland, OR

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $47–$83.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Portland

  1. 1.LawnStarter

    4.4★ (200 reviews)

    4.4★ from 200 reviews

    +15032174850Website

  2. 2.My Good Neighbor PDX

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

    +15038946401Website

  3. 3.Garcia Yard Maintenance LLC

    4.7★ (13 reviews)

    4.7★ from 13 reviews

    +15037742237Website

  4. 4.Berserker Gnome Landscapes

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +15037157949Website

  5. 5.Angelos Landscape PDX

    4.7★ (9 reviews)

    4.7★ from 9 reviews

    +19712249040

  6. 6.J&K Yardscape

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +15035866156Website

  7. 7.H2 lands Maintenance LLC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +15032908572Website

  8. 8.Foxhaven

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15039848537

  9. 9.PortLandscape - Full service Landscape

    3.0★ (1 reviews)

    3.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19718048094Website

Lawn Care Cost in Portland

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Weekly mowing$47–$83/visit
Fertilization$71–$142/application
Aeration$119–$237/job

Lawn Care prices in Portland run about 19% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving Portland, rated 4.6★ on average across 267 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

No permit typically required

  • Commercial pesticide application requires an Oregon Department of Agriculture license

License required: ODA pesticide applicator license

Sources: www.oregon.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Portland

How much does lawn mowing cost in Portland?

Weekly mowing in Portland typically runs $47-$83 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Portland?

Grass in Portland greens up after the last frost near February 26.

How often should I mow in Portland?

Given Portland rainfall of 42.85 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in OR?

Yes — Commercial pesticide application requires an Oregon Department of Agriculture license. This affects Portland lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Portland?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Portland.

When should I aerate in Portland?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 30, works best in Portland.

Does grass grow year-round in Portland?

With 413 cooling degree days and winter lows near 37F, Portland lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Portland lawns need?

At 42.85 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 80F, Portland lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.