How much does tree removal cost in Chico?

Most Chico projects land between $395 – $1,800, with an average near $890. Local crews quote roughly $8 – $30 per foot of height.

What is included in the Chico price per foot of height?

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

Unit pricing

Chico tree removal pricing per foot of height

Tree Removal cost per foot of height in Chico, California in 2026.

Low

$395

Average

$890

High

$1,800

Chico crews quote about $8 – $30 per foot of height.

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What drives tree removal prices in Chico

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

Labor market

Licensed Chico contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 1% below the national labor average. Demand in the Sacramento market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Chico follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Chico building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Sacramento-area jurisdictions add floodplain review in parts of the valley.

Climate

Chico sits in a hot-summer Mediterranean climate with wet winters, so expect heat-rated materials and exterior work scheduled outside the wet winter.

Chico unit pricing by material

Small tree (under 30 ft)$150 – $495

Medium tree (30 – 60 ft)$445 – $1,200

Large tree (60 – 80 ft)$890 – $2,500

Very large (80 ft+)$2,000 – $7,900

Ways to lower your Chico price

Ask to keep the wood; many companies discount when they do not haul logs.
Bundle multiple trees into one visit to share the mobilization and crane cost.
Schedule in winter when crews are slow and leafless trees are faster to drop.
Handle brush cleanup and chipping yourself.
Check whether your utility removes trees threatening their power lines for free.

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