Tree Removal Cost in Abilene, TX

National guides put most tree removals at about $200 to $2,000, averaging about $750. Height and what's underneath drive the price.

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For tree removal cost in Abilene, start with HomeAdvisor's June 2026 national range: about $200 to $2,000, averaging about $750. Tall trees, trees over houses and trees near lines cost more.

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Tree service prices at a glance

All figures are national ranges from the cost guides named, checked in October 2026.

Job	Typical national range	Source	More
Tree removal, most jobs	About $200 to $2,000 (average about $750)	HomeAdvisor	Tree removal
Tree trimming, per tree	About $430 to $640	LawnStarter	Tree trimming
Tree trimming, general range	About $175 to $750 (average about $450)	Fixr	Tree trimming
Stump removal	About $195 to $609 (average about $369)	HomeAdvisor	Stump grinding
Stump grinding, one stump	About $150 to $500	HomeAdvisor	Stump grinding
Fallen tree, not on anything	About $75 to $150, plus hauling	HomeAdvisor	Storm damage
Emergency removal	Can run as high as $5,000	HomeAdvisor	Storm damage
Clearing by the acre	About $500 to $6,000 per acre	HomeAdvisor	Mesquite removal

Tree removal cost by height

Height is the biggest single factor. HomeAdvisor's ranges:

Tree height	Typical national range
Up to 30 feet	About $150 to $450
30 to 60 feet	About $450 to $1,200
60 to 80 feet	About $800 to $1,500
Over 80 feet	About $1,000 to $2,000

How much to take down a 30-foot tree? A 30-foot tree sits at the line between HomeAdvisor's first two rows, so roughly $150 to $1,200 depending on condition and access. In an open yard it's at the low end. Over a roof or a fence, expect more.

How big a tree costs $1,000? In HomeAdvisor's table, $1,000 falls inside the 30-to-60-foot, 60-to-80-foot and over-80-foot ranges. A smaller tree can also reach $1,000 if it's over the house, near a line or has to be taken down piece by piece.

What else moves the price

Location and what's underneath. HomeAdvisor says trees near structures or power lines need special equipment and precautions, and that branches near structures must be lowered by rope. Large trees near power lines can top $10,000.

Condition. A rotted, leaning or neglected tree can take extra rigging. HomeAdvisor puts an arborist's visit to inspect a leaning or diseased tree at about $860.

Species. HomeAdvisor's ranges by type include oak at about $200 to $2,000, cedar at about $250 to $1,500 and pine at about $250 to $1,500.

Equipment. Trees over 80 feet may need a crane, which HomeAdvisor puts at about $250 to $600 per day. Its extra machinery can push a complex job to $6,000 to $7,000.

Travel. HomeAdvisor says companies may charge $50 to $200 in travel fees if you're outside their usual area. If you're in a smaller town, ask.

Extras that may not be included. HomeAdvisor lists chipping at about $95, log splitting at about $70 per tree and debris hauling at about $70 when they aren't in the base price. Stump work is rarely included.

Permits. HomeAdvisor says some places require permits, often $60 to $150. We didn't find a City of Abilene permit requirement for removing a tree on a private residential lot, but right-of-way trees, easements and HOA rules can differ. If you're not sure, call the City of Abilene at 325-676-6200.

Trimming costs

LawnStarter's September 2026 figures by tree height:

Tree height	Typical national range per tree
Under 30 feet	About $85 to $415
30 to 60 feet	About $215 to $790
Over 60 feet	About $475 to $1,835

LawnStarter puts oak trimming at about $230 to $1,480 per tree. Fixr puts trimming at $175 to $750 overall and pruning by an arborist at about $350 to $650.

What is a reasonable price for tree trimming in Texas? These are national numbers; none of these guides published an Abilene-only figure. A quote inside these ranges for a similar tree is normal. A quote far outside them should come with a reason, like a line nearby or a tree that has to be climbed and rigged.

Stump costs

HomeAdvisor's stump guide puts removal at about $195 to $609, averaging about $369. Many companies charge about $2 to $5 per inch of diameter, with a minimum of about $100 to $150, and the price drops to about $40 to $75 per stump when you have several. Grinding runs about $150 to $500. Manual removal of stump and roots runs about $200 to $700.

How to pay less without cutting corners

Bundle the work. Removal plus stump grinding, or several trees in one visit, usually costs less per item than separate trips.
Pick the season for oaks. The Texas A&M Forest Service says to avoid pruning or wounding oaks from February through June. Plan oak work for July through January.
Book before storms, not after. HomeAdvisor says rates spike after big storms, when crews are in high demand. A cracked or dead tree is cheaper to deal with on your schedule.
Haul small limbs yourself. Abilene residents can take limbs 6 to 8 feet long and up to 18 inches thick to the Abilene Brush Center at 2149 Sandy St. for free with a driver's license and a current City of Abilene municipal services statement. Ask the company what it takes off the price if it leaves the small brush.
Check your insurance after a storm. The Texas Department of Insurance says many policies pay for damage from falling trees and give some coverage for removing trees that hit the house or block the driveway.
Let AEP handle its lines. AEP Texas trims or removes trees growing too close to its pole-to-pole lines. Trees threatening the service drop to your house are the owner's job, but AEP can temporarily disconnect the line if you call 877-373-4858 at least two business days ahead.

Can seniors get a tree removed for free?

We don't know of a general free tree removal program in the Abilene area. Two things are free: the City of Abilene's curbside brush pickup in odd-numbered months, and drop-off at the Abilene Brush Center for residents. AEP Texas's forestry team handles trees that grow into its pole-to-pole lines. For a dangerous tree on your own property, ask your insurance agent whether your policy helps.

How we got these numbers

Every price on this page comes from a national cost guide we opened and read in October 2026: HomeAdvisor's tree removal and stump removal guides (both updated June 19, 2026), LawnStarter's tree trimming guide (updated September 24, 2026) and Fixr's tree trimming guide. None of them is an Abilene-only survey, and none is a quote from the company we refer you to.

Local quotes can differ from national ranges for good reasons: travel distance, how busy companies are after a storm, how hard the tree is to reach, and whether brush hauling is included. That's why the best use of this page is to check whether a quote is in the normal range and to know what to ask about.

Questions to ask about any quote

Is it all-in: cutting, cleanup, brush hauling and log removal?
Is the stump included? If so, how deep is the grind?
Is there a travel or minimum charge?
What could raise the price once work starts?
Can I see proof of liability insurance in the company's name?
For oaks: is the timing outside February through June, and will cuts be painted?

More answers are in the tree service FAQ. For what each job involves, see tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, mesquite tree removal and storm damage tree removal.

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Last updated 2026-10-23