Retaining wall in Arlington, TX
Updated Feb 2026 · 539+ DFW retaining wall estimates

Retaining Wall Cost in Arlington, TX

Real pricing from 21+ retaining wall estimates in Arlington. Average project cost: $11,800.

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$11,800
Average Wall Cost
32 LF
Average Wall Length
3.5 ft
Average Wall Height
Boulder
#1 Material (45%)

How Arlington Compares to DFW

Arlington averages $11,800 for retaining walls — 4% below the DFW metro average of $12,281

Arlington$11,800
DFW Metro Average$12,281

Based on 539+ real retaining wall estimates across 27 DFW cities. Updated February 2026.

Retaining Wall Materials in Arlington

2026 DFW rates — per square foot of wall face, materials and labor included

Boulder

Large natural boulders stacked for a rugged, natural look

$22/SF
$2,464 for 112 SF wall
45% of Arlington projects
Natural Stone

Premium Texas limestone and fieldstone walls with timeless curb appeal

$38/SF
$4,256 for 112 SF wall
30% of Arlington projects
Concrete Block

Engineered segmental blocks for consistent, structural retaining walls

$25/SF
$2,800 for 112 SF wall
25% of Arlington projects

Quick Cost Reference

Estimated retaining wall costs by size in Arlington

Small Wall
20 LF × 3 ft (60 SF)
Boulder$1,320
Dry Stack$1,800
Natural Stone$2,280
Medium Wall
40 LF × 4 ft (160 SF)
Boulder$3,520
Dry Stack$4,800
Natural Stone$6,080

* Walls 4ft+ typically require engineering

Large Wall
60 LF × 5 ft (300 SF)
Boulder$6,600
Dry Stack$9,000
Natural Stone$11,400

* Walls 5ft+ typically require engineering

Top Neighborhoods in Arlington

Where Arlington homeowners are building retaining walls

Viridian
Interlochen
Lake Arlington
South Arlington
Dalworthington Gardens

Serving all Arlington neighborhoods and surrounding Tarrant County zip codes: 76010, 76011, 76012, 76013, 76014, 76015

Retaining Wall Permits in Arlington

Tarrant County requirements for retaining walls

Permit Office

City of Arlington Building Inspections

Typical Fees

$50-$250 depending on wall height and length

What to Know

Arlington requires permits for retaining walls over 4 feet. Walls near drainage channels or floodplains need additional review. Engineering is required for walls over 4 feet or walls supporting surcharge loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about retaining walls in Arlington, TX

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