How much does excavation and grading cost in Pomona?

Most Pomona projects land between $8,500 – $25,400, with an average near $17,000. Local crews quote roughly $56 – $170 per cubic yard.

What is included in the Pomona 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 Pomona

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

Low

$8,500

Average

$17,000

High

$25,400

Pomona crews quote about $56 – $170 per cubic yard.

Price my project See top-rated Pomona pros

Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.

What drives excavation and grading prices in Pomona

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

Labor market

Licensed Pomona contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 13% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Pomona follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Pomona 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

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

Pomona unit pricing by material

Simple grading$70 – $96

Standard excavation and haul$96 – $125

Rock or difficult soil$125 – $165

Excavation with retaining and drainage$165 – $225

Ways to lower your Pomona 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.

Pomona questions

People also search: excavation and grading cost Pomona · excavation and grading near me Pomona · excavation and grading price per cubic yard Pomona · excavation and grading permit cost Pomona

Price my project in Pomona

Answer a few questions and we'll model a low, average and premium price for your zip code — then match you with accredited local pros.

Price my project