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At 1 lb of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft: 4.0 lb per 1,000 sq ft, about 32 lb for this lawn. Follow the product label.
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Measure on the mapThe formula
price per visit = (lawn sq ft ÷ 1,000) × rate per 1,000 sq ftMeasure only the turf you mow: exclude beds, patios, driveways and the house.
charged price = max(price per visit, minimum per visit)LawnStarter notes minimum fees typically around $30 even for small areas, to cover travel and setup.
rate per 1,000 sq ft = hourly target × minutes per 1,000 sq ft ÷ 60ECHO's example: mowing 1,000 sq ft in 2 minutes at a $60/hour target is $2 per 1,000 sq ft.
fertilizer (lb per 1,000 sq ft) = 100 ÷ % nitrogenFor 1 lb of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft, per Iowa State and UConn extension guidance. 100 ÷ 34 ≈ 3 lb of 34-0-0.
Reference table
| Lawn size | Per visit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ¼ acre (≈10,900 sq ft) | $41–$61 | LawnStarter |
| ¼ to ½ acre | $49–$69 | LawnStarter |
| ½ to 1 acre | $59–$114 | LawnStarter |
| 1 acre | $150–$200 | Jobber |
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Related
Sources
- LawnStarter: How much does lawn mowing cost? (updated 2026-10-06), accessed October 12, 2026
- Jobber: How much to charge for lawn mowing (updated 2026-03-11), accessed October 12, 2026
- ECHO: How to quote lawn mowing, accessed October 12, 2026
- Iowa State University Extension: How much fertilizer should I apply to my lawn?, accessed October 12, 2026
- UConn Soil Testing: Suggested fertilizer practices for lawns, accessed October 12, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much is lawn mowing per square foot?
LawnStarter and Jobber both cite roughly $0.01–$0.06 per square foot, which is $10–$60 per 1,000 sq ft. Larger lawns usually land at the low end per square foot.
How many square feet is a quarter-acre lawn?
An acre is 43,560 sq ft, so a quarter acre is about 10,890 sq ft. The mowable lawn is usually smaller once the house, driveway and beds are excluded.
How much fertilizer do I need for 5,000 sq ft?
For 1 lb of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft with a 25% nitrogen product: 100 ÷ 25 = 4 lb per 1,000 sq ft, so 20 lb for 5,000 sq ft. Always follow the product label.
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