Salt Lake City excavation and grading pricing per cubic yard
Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2026.
Low
$8,050
Average
$16,100
High
$24,100
Salt Lake City crews quote about $54 – $160 per cubic yard.
Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.
What drives excavation and grading prices in Salt Lake City
Local labor, permitting and climate move Salt Lake City prices away from the national average.
Labor market
Licensed trade labor in Salt Lake City runs about 107% of the national average, and the best crews book out fastest in spring and early summer.
Permits
Most Salt Lake City, UT projects that change structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems need a permit from the local building department; cosmetic work usually does not.
Climate
Utah weather drives material choices here, so ask contractors what they install most often in Salt Lake City and why.
Salt Lake City unit pricing by material
Ways to lower your Salt Lake City 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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