How much does tree removal cost in Monterey?

Most Monterey projects land between $520 – $2,350, with an average near $1,150. Local crews quote roughly $10 – $39 per foot of height.

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

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

Unit pricing

Tree Removal cost per foot of height in Monterey

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

Low

$520

Average

$1,150

High

$2,350

Monterey crews quote about $10 – $39 per foot of height.

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What drives tree removal prices in Monterey

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

Labor market

Licensed Monterey contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 30% above the national labor average. Demand in the Central Coast market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Monterey follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Monterey building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Coastal zone permits and historic-district review are common along the Central Coast.

Climate

Monterey sits in a cool coastal climate with salt-air exposure, so expect corrosion-resistant hardware and coatings rated for marine exposure.

Monterey unit pricing by material

Small tree (under 30 ft)$195 – $650

Medium tree (30 – 60 ft)$585 – $1,550

Large tree (60 – 80 ft)$1,150 – $3,250

Very large (80 ft+)$2,600 – $10,400

Ways to lower your Monterey 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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