How much does it cost to backfill a post hole?

Backfill Post Hole typically costs $31.16-$37.77 per each. Your final price depends on project size, site conditions, and finish level.

What are the material costs for backfilling a post hole?

Material costs for backfill post hole usually run $14.02-$17 per each. Product grade and finish selection drive most of that spread.

How much does labor cost for backfilling a post hole?

Labor for backfill post hole usually runs $10.91-$13.22 per each. Access, prep work, and installation complexity drive the labor range.

What's included in 'supplies and other' costs for post hole backfilling?

Additional costs for backfill post hole usually come from supplies at $3.74-$4.53 per each; equipment at $2.49-$3.02 per each. These items vary with prep, cleanup, and site conditions.

How much are equipment and disposal fees for backfilling?

For backfill post hole, expect equipment at $2.49-$3.02 per each. The exact amount depends on tools, hauling, and cleanup requirements.

Backfill Post Hole

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$31.16 - $37.77 per each

Backfill Post Hole typically costs $31 to $38 per each as of 2026. Final pricing depends on material quality, project scope, local labor rates, and site conditions. Use our free calculator below for a personalized estimate.

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$31.16 - $37.77

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Backfill Post Hole Cost Breakdown

Component	Category	Low	High	Unit
Materials	material	$14	$17	each
Labor	labor	$11	$13	each
Supplies & Other	supplies	$4	$5	each
Equipment & Disposal	equipment	$2	$3	each

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Expert Backfill Post Hole Solutions: Ensuring Stability and Durability for Your Projects in 2026

What Affects Backfill Post Hole Costs?

Key Cost Factors

Materials ($14.02-$17/job)
Labor ($10.91-$13.22/job)
Supplies & Other ($31.16-$37.77/job)
Equipment & Disposal ($31.16-$37.77/job)

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Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Landscaping Products and Supplies — Home Depot, Jan 2026, Website
Product and Supplies Data: Menards Landscaping Products and Supplies — Menards, Jan 2026, Website
Cost Estimating Best Practices — American Institute of Architects, Nov 2008, Michael DellIsola
Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System — Journal of Light Construction, Jan 2026, George Weissgerber
Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 9: Site Work — U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Jan 2026, Editorial Staff
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Staff
Employer Costs for Employee Compensation — US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Staff
Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures — Harvard University, Jan 2026, Website
National Residential Energy Efficiency Measures Database — U.S. Department of Energy, 2024
ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade — ENERGY STAR, 2024
OpenEI Technology Submissions and Product Data — OpenEI, 2024
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics - Construction — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
Building Permits Survey — U.S. Census Bureau, 2024
Labor Wages and Costs: Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for Backfill Post Hole — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
Labor Cost Benchmarks: Employer Costs for Employee Compensation for Backfill Post Hole — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
Material Cost Benchmarks: Producer Price Index data relevant to Backfill Post Hole — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Jan 2026, Website
Project Spending Data: Improving America’s Housing for Backfill Post Hole — Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, Jan 2026, Website
Residential Construction and Remodeling Spending data relevant to Backfill Post Hole — U.S. Census Bureau, Jan 2026, Website
Project Cost Benchmarking: homeowner project budgeting and planning guidance for Backfill Post Hole — This Old House, Jan 2026, Website
Labor Wages and Costs: Unit pricing guidance for Backfill Post Hole — Journal of Light Construction, Jan 2026, Website

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