Landscaping cost in Camarillo, CA
Camarillo homeowners typically pay $3,550 – $17,700 for landscaping. Local labor and materials price 18% above the national average.
Camarillo average
$8,850
Typical low
$3,550
Typical high
$17,700
Per square foot
$5 – $47
Sample ZIP
93010
What drives Camarillo pricing
Local labor
Licensed Camarillo contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 18% above the national labor average. Demand in the Ventura market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.
Permits & code
Camarillo follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Camarillo building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Ventura County adds wildfire hardening requirements in hillside and WUI areas.
Climate & conditions
Camarillo sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.
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Estimated project cost
$1,770 – $7,080
Most homeowners pay around $4,425
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Cost by material in Camarillo
Installed Camarillo pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Sod | $1 – $4 |
| Hydroseed / seed | $0 – $1 |
| Mulch beds | $2 – $7 |
| Gravel / xeriscape | $4 – $12 |
| Paver patio | $18 – $35 |
| Retaining wall | $30 – $71 |
Where the money goes in Camarillo
A typical $8,850 Camarillo project, broken down by line item.
- Labor45% · $3,983
- Plants and materials30% · $2,655
- Hardscape materials15% · $1,328
- Design, permits and disposal10% · $885
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Camarillo quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Landscape lighting
Sprinkler system
Fire pit
Drainage / French drain
Mature tree planting
Per tree
Sod removal
Per square foot
Ways to save in Camarillo
- Phase the project: hardscape and grading first, plantings the following season.
- Use smaller plants — a 1-gallon shrub becomes a 5-gallon shrub in two years at a quarter of the price.
- Seed instead of sod where you can wait; the savings are dramatic.
- Do your own demo, mulching and cleanup and pay for skilled work only.
- Choose native plants to cut irrigation and replacement costs long term.
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