Mulch Calculator — Illinois
▲ Costs near the US average👷 $31/hr avg labor🏷️ 6.25% sales tax
Find out how many cubic yards or bags of mulch you need for your garden beds, and get accurate cost estimates by state.
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FAQs — Mulch Cost in Illinois
How many cubic yards of mulch do I need?
One cubic yard covers 108 sq ft at 3 inches deep, or 81 sq ft at 4 inches. Divide your area by the coverage rate to find cubic yards needed.
How much does mulch cost per cubic yard?
Bulk mulch delivered typically costs $30–$60 per cubic yard for standard hardwood. Cedar and cypress run $60–$90. Rubber mulch for playgrounds runs $80–$120 per cubic yard.
How deep should mulch be?
2–3 inches is ideal for most garden beds. More than 4 inches can suffocate plant roots and create fungal problems. Keep mulch 2–3 inches away from tree trunks and plant stems.
How many bags of mulch equal a cubic yard?
There are 13.5 bags of 2-cubic-foot mulch in a cubic yard. Bagged mulch costs more per cubic yard than bulk — bulk is more economical for orders over 3 yards.