How much does excavation and grading cost in Compton?

Most Compton projects land between $8,250 – $24,800, with an average near $16,500. Local crews quote roughly $55 – $165 per cubic yard.

What is included in the Compton price per cubic yard?

Typically materials, labor and cleanup. Permits, disposal and access challenges are usually quoted separately.

Unit pricing

Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Compton

Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Compton, California in 2026.

Low

$8,250

Average

$16,500

High

$24,800

Compton crews quote about $55 – $165 per cubic yard.

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What drives excavation and grading prices in Compton

Local labor, permitting and climate move Compton prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Licensed Compton contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 10% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Compton follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Compton building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Seismic bracing and soft-story retrofit rules apply to many older LA-area properties, and hillside lots trigger extra geotechnical review.

Climate

Compton sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.

Compton unit pricing by material

Simple grading$68 – $94

Standard excavation and haul$94 – $125

Rock or difficult soil$125 – $160

Excavation with retaining and drainage$160 – $220

Ways to lower your Compton price

Keep excavated soil on site for backfill and berms to avoid haul-off.
Schedule when the ground is dry — wet soil doubles handling time.
Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.

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