Typical cost
$1,697–$8,007
Average $3,591
National price data from Thumbtack and Angi (HomeAdvisor), 5 projects. Updated June 2026.
Most people pay $1,697–$8,007, about $3,591 on average. Enter your ZIP to compare free quotes from top-rated pros near you.
Most people pay $1,697–$8,007 for retaining walls. Compare free quotes from local pros below to see what your project will cost near you.
| National average cost range | $114-$173 |
|---|---|
| Average low-end cost range | $100-$152 |
| Average high-end cost range | $159-$261 |
| Source | Typical range | Average | Low–high end |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thumbtack | $1,697–$8,007 | $3,591 | $507–$26,832 |
| Angi (HomeAdvisor) | $101,500–$106,700 | $104,100 | $101,500–$106,700 |
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Annie M. says, “My husband is so particular with masonry work as he’s capable but we have no time and we were SO glad we hired them to knock this out. 10/10”
Tong Z. says, “I highly recommend him to anyone who wants excellent masonry and paving work done right.”
Isiah S. says, “Awesome service! Very efficient and flexible to my needs. 100% would recommend”
Tara B. says, “I was very impressed with the quality of Oliver's work. It far surpassed my expectations! ”
Maria B. says, “I recommend Porfirio’s construction.”
Ilona Saakova says, “Hes also incredibly strong in project managementorganized, thoughtful, and able to keep projects moving smoothly, especially in new construction environments. Hes someone you can trust to deliver high-quality work from start to finish! I would love to work with Byron again and I would recommend True Finish to everyone!”
Laura W. says, “Alex worked with me to get a patio and pergola done. He was very prompt and helped me every step of the way. Highly recommend”
Answers to commonly asked questions about retaining walls near you.
Most people pay $1,697–$8,007 for retaining walls, based on national price data from Thumbtack and Angi (HomeAdvisor). The average is about $3,591. Small jobs can cost as little as $507, while large or complex ones can reach $106,700.
The biggest price factors are retaining wall foot, railroad tie retaining wall, and retaining wall material. Describe these details when you request quotes so each pro can price your job accurately.
In the "Retaining wall cost per foot" comparison, average low-end cost range is the least expensive at $100-$152, and average high-end cost range costs the most at $159-$261.
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“My husband is so particular with masonry work as he’s capable but we have no time and we were SO glad we hired them to knock this out. 10/10”
“I highly recommend him to anyone who wants excellent masonry and paving work done right.”
“Awesome service! Very efficient and flexible to my needs. 100% would recommend”
“I was very impressed with the quality of Oliver's work. It far surpassed my expectations! ”
“I recommend Porfirio’s construction.”
“Hes also incredibly strong in project managementorganized, thoughtful, and able to keep projects moving smoothly, especially in new construction environments. Hes someone you can trust to deliver high-quality work from start to finish! I would love to work with Byron again and I would recommend True Finish to everyone!”
| Cinder block (4-ft high) | Concrete (4-ft high) | Cinder block (8-ft high) | Concrete (8-ft high) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labor (min. charge) | $122 | $122 | $61 | $61 |
| Equipment | $80 | $913 | $110 | $1,385 |
| Labor | $4,021 | $3,431 | $5,836 | $5,175 |
| Materials | $2,703 | $2,360 | $3,965 | $3,732 |
| Size | Cinder block | Concrete |
|---|---|---|
| 8" thick, 4' high | $6,226-$9,525 | $6,014-$10,323 |
| 8" thick, 8' high | $8,987-$13,454 | $9,108-$15,679 |
| National average cost | $1,993 |
|---|---|
| Average low-end cost | $1,706 |
| Average high-end cost | $2,651 |
| Linear Feet | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| 10 | $400–$3,600 |
| 15 | $600–$5,400 |
| 20 | $800–$7,200 |
| 25 | $1,000–$9,000 |
| 30 | $1,200–$10,800 |
| 50 | $2,000–$18,000 |
| 100 | $4,000–$36,000 |
| 150 | $6,000–$54,000 |
| Prep Task | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Land clearing | $100–$250 per hour |
| Land grading | $900–$3,000 |
| Tree removal | $200–$2,000 |
| Enhancement | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Patio | $1,050–$8,100 |
| Landscape curbing | $800–$2,100 |
| Outdoor lighting | $2,000–$6,000 |
| Fencing | $1,500–$8,000 |
| Outdoor kitchen | $5,500–$22,200 |
| Material | Average Price (per Sq. Ft.) |
|---|---|
| Rammed earth | $20–$25 |
| Gabion/stone | $10–$100 |
| Steel | $15–$150 |
| Brick | $20–$25 |
| Wood/timber | $15–$30 |
| Concrete | $30–$50 |
| Railroad tie | $25–$30 |
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