National guides put it at about $100 to $500 per stump, though no published source sets a Georgia figure. HomeGuide says stump removal costs “$100 to $500+ per stump, depending on the size and method.” Angi’s 2026 calculator example uses $100 to $150 for one stump. A range quoted online without a source isn’t a price, so use local quotes instead.
What moves the price:
| Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| Diameter | Bigger takes longer; some companies price per inch |
| Number of stumps | A second stump in the same visit may cost less |
| Access | A machine that can't reach it means more labor |
| Roots | Surface roots ground out too add time |
| Rocks or buried metal | Can damage the cutter, so tell the crew |
| Depth | Ask how many inches below grade |
| Chips | Removing chips and backfilling can cost extra |
| Trip charge | Lower if done with the removal |
What to ask on the quote:
- Is there a minimum charge?
- How deep will you grind?
- Are grindings hauled off or left in a pile?
- Will you call 811 to mark lines, or do I?
- Is damage to nearby irrigation or fences covered?
Georgia 811 should mark underground lines first. A grinder can hit a shallow gas or electric line, and that makes this more than a pricing question.
Measure the stump’s width at its widest point and send a photo for a phone quote, but expect the final price to be confirmed when they see it. If you’re hiring for tree removal anyway, ask for the stump as a line item, so you can compare two companies fairly.