Tree removal cost in Pasadena by species and height
Species and height set most of a tree removal cost in Pasadena. One source covers every row below, treesremovalcostcalculator.com's Los Angeles guide (updated May 2026), which puts Los Angeles labor 15 to 30 percent above the national average:
| Species | Under 30 ft | 30 to 60 ft | 60 to 80 ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm (Washingtonia) | $200 to $500 | $500 to $1,100 | $900 to $1,800 |
| Pine | $350 to $700 | $700 to $1,400 | $1,200 to $2,200 |
| Eucalyptus | $400 to $800 | $800 to $1,600 | $1,400 to $2,800 |
| Oak | $400 to $900 | $800 to $1,800 | $1,500 to $2,800 |
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Sourced ranges, 2026. Quotes vary by site.
A Pasadena-only cross-check from homeyou, based on 1,265 local tree removal quotes this year (updated September 16, 2026), puts a typical medium tree at $614 to $832: about 2.2 hours of labor at $522 to $686, plus $93 to $146 for equipment. That sits in the lower half of the Los Angeles range for a medium tree, which is what you'd expect for straightforward jobs with good access.
The 30 foot tree and the $1,000 tree
A 30 foot tree sits right on the small-to-medium line, so expect about $350 to $900 if it prices as small, and $600 to $1,500 if it prices as medium. A 30 foot palm is at the bottom of that, a 30 foot oak or eucalyptus at the top.
$1,000buys a medium tree, 30 to 60 feet, with normal access in most of Pasadena: the Los Angeles guide's most common job is $600 to $1,500. A large Washingtonia palm ($900 to $1,800) can land there too. Large oaks and eucalyptus start around $1,400 to $1,500.
Situations that change the price
| Situation | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Crane-assisted, large tree, good access | $1,000 to $2,000 | neighborcutmytree.com (July 2026) |
| Crane-assisted, very large tree near a house | $2,000 to $3,500 | Same |
| Several large trees or a difficult site | $3,500 to $5,000+ | Same |
| Emergency removal, typical | $1,000 to $2,500 | treesremovalcostcalculator.com (March 2026) |
| Tree on a house or roof | $1,500 to $6,000+ | Same |
| Fallen tree, no damage | $350 to $750 | Same |
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Emergency work carries a 50 to 100 percent premium and after-hours work 2 to 3 times normal rates, in the same guide.
See crane tree removal and emergency tree removal for how those jobs work.
Add-ons on a Pasadena tree removal quote
| Add-on | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Stump grinding | $100 to $450 | treesremovalcostcalculator.com, LA (May 2026) |
| Palm trunk haul-away | $100 to $300 | Same |
| Permit help | $75 to $250 | Same |
| Fire-zone premium (High / Very High hazard areas) | +10 to 25% | Same |
| City permit, protected tree, 1 to 3 trees | $1,098 (FY2026); $1,130 recommended FY2027 | City of Pasadena fee schedule |
| Single-tree arborist report | $150 to $450 | neighborcutmytree.com (July 2026) |
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The City fee applies only to protected trees; see the permit guide. Quotes vary by site.
The permit line only appears for protected trees: natives over 8 inches, specimens and landmarks in protected yard areas. See the Pasadena tree removal permit guide and oak tree removal. Stump details are on stump grinding in Pasadena.
What drives a tree removal price
- Height and spread: more wood, more cuts, more hauling
- What's underneath: a roof, pool, fence or lines means lowering pieces on ropes or using a crane
- Access: a backyard tree behind a narrow side gate means hand-carrying everything out
- Condition: dead or split wood that can't hold a climber adds time or a crane
- Species: oak and eucalyptus are heavy; palms are cheaper per foot but awkward to haul
- Extras: stump grinding, hauling the wood, permit help, fire-zone work
Comparing tree removal quotes
Compare quotes line by line, not just by total. A fair Pasadena quote says whether it includes the stump, hauling the wood and chips, cleanup, and any permit help, and names the license it's working under: California requires a CSLB license (C-49 Tree and Palm, or an older C-61/D-49) for tree jobs of $1,000 or more. Ask for proof of workers' compensation and liability insurance. For help with costs, see free tree removal for seniors; for who pays after a storm, see neighbor trees and California law.
For the service itself, see tree removal in Pasadena. Other price pages: palm tree removal cost and tree trimming cost.
