St. Petersburg excavation and grading pricing per cubic yard
Excavation and Grading cost per cubic yard in St. Petersburg, Florida in 2026.
Low
$7,800
Average
$15,600
High
$23,400
St. Petersburg crews quote about $52 – $155 per cubic yard.
Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.
What drives excavation and grading prices in St. Petersburg
Local labor, permitting and climate move St. Petersburg prices away from the national average.
Labor market
St. Pete crews price with the Tampa Bay market.
Permits
City permits with coastal and flood-zone review.
Climate
Salt air and storm surge affect siding, roofing and fencing.
St. Petersburg unit pricing by material
Ways to lower your St. Petersburg 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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