Quick Answer: Kansas City stump grinding costs $3.50-$4.25 per inch, with Missouri and Kansas sides priced similarly despite different contractor regulations.

KC Metro Pricing

Area	Rate/Inch	Notes
KCMO (city)	$3.75-$4.00	Standard metro pricing
Overland Park, KS	$3.75-$4.00	High competition
Lee's Summit/Blue Springs	$3.50-$3.75	Suburban accessibility
Olathe/Lenexa, KS	$3.75-$4.00	Good contractor coverage
North KC/Liberty	$4.00-$4.25	Lower contractor density

Sample KC Stump Costs

Stump Type	Cost Range
10-16" (ash, honeylocust)	$38-$68
20-28" (oak, elm)	$72-$120
32-42" (mature oak)	$115-$180
50"+ (large cottonwood/oak)	$175-$255

Missouri vs Kansas Pricing

Despite the state line, pricing is virtually identical because:

• Most contractors serve both sides of the metro
• Soil types are similar (clay loam)
• Tree species distributions overlap
• Competition keeps pricing consistent

License Note: Missouri requires tree service licenses; Kansas does not. However, reputable KS contractors still carry insurance and certifications, so quality doesn't differ significantly.

Emerald Ash Borer Impact

Kansas City lost tens of thousands of ash trees to EAB. This affects the market:

• High Volume: Contractors stay busy with ash removal year-round
• Ash Specials: Some offer flat rates for ash stumps 10-20" ($75-$150 per stump)
• Dead Wood Advantage: Dead ash grinds 20-25% faster = potentially lower per-inch pricing

Pro Tip: If you have multiple dead ash stumps, ask about "EAB package pricing"—many contractors offer 30-40% discounts for ash-only jobs.

KC Soil Conditions

Clay Loam Challenge: Kansas City sits on dense clay loam, which is slower to grind than sandy soil but faster than pure clay. Expect mid-range grinding times and pricing.

Wet Season Impact: Spring and early summer bring heavy rains. Wet, muddy conditions can:

• Delay scheduling (contractors can't access soggy yards)
• Add $25-$75 "wetness surcharges" for difficult access
• Slow grinding (mud clogs equipment)

Best Time for KC Stump Grinding

• Spring (Apr-May): Peak demand, wet ground. Book 2-3 weeks ahead. Expect delays.
• Summer (Jun-Aug): Hot but drier. Best availability once ground firms up (late June+).
• Fall (Sep-Oct): Ideal weather, moderate demand. Second-best window.
• Winter (Nov-Mar): Ground can freeze. Many contractors offer 10-20% off-season discounts.

Multi-Stump Discounts

KC metro contractors offer competitive multi-stump pricing:

• 2 stumps: 10-15% off
• 3-5 stumps: 20-30% off
• 6+ stumps: 30-35% off

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