Land clearing in Texas costs $1,200–$6,500 per acre on average in 2026. Hill Country properties in Burnet, Llano, and San Saba counties typically run $1,800–$4,200 per acre depending on vegetation density, terrain, and disposal method. Light brush clearing starts at $500–$800 per acre; heavy cedar, oak, and mesquite removal with stump grinding can reach $6,500–$9,000 per acre on rocky terrain.
Land clearing in Texas Hill Country costs $1,200–$6,500 per acre for most residential and ranch properties in 2026 — and understanding what drives that number can save you thousands before you break ground. Whether you're preparing a lot in Burnet for a custom home, clearing acreage near Marble Falls for a barndominium, or opening up a ranch property along RR 1431 for a metal building, the cost equation here differs from anywhere else in Texas. The Hill Country presents a unique clearing challenge: dense cedar (Ashe juniper), persistent live oak, rocky limestone substrate, and rolling terrain that can turn a straightforward job into a complex, equipment-intensive project. In our 7+ years clearing land across Burnet, Lampasas, and Llano counties, TMB Construction has seen cost swings of 300–400% on properties just miles apart — determined almost entirely by vegetation type, rock density, and debris disposal method. This guide breaks down every cost variable you'll face in 2026, from per-acre rates and equipment charges to Burnet County permit fees and hidden expenses most contractors never mention upfront. Call TMB Construction at 830-289-3852 for a free, no-obligation site-specific estimate. We serve Burnet, Marble Falls, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Horseshoe Bay, Bertram, Kingsland, Lampasas, and the surrounding region. All figures reflect 2026 market pricing, incorporating current fuel costs, equipment rates, and regional labor markets in Central Texas.