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Spokane excavation and grading pricing per cubic yard

Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in Spokane, Washington in 2026.

Low

$7,500

Average

$15,000

High

$22,500

Spokane crews quote about $50 – $150 per cubic yard.

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What drives excavation and grading prices in Spokane

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

Labor market

Spokane labor is far cheaper than the west side of the state.

Permits

City permits for structural, roofing and mechanical work.

Climate

Snow loads and freeze-thaw cycles drive roofing and concrete specs.

Spokane unit pricing by material

Simple grading$62 – $85
Standard excavation and haul$85 – $110
Rock or difficult soil$110 – $145
Excavation with retaining and drainage$145 – $200

Ways to lower your Spokane 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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