Retaining Wall Cost in Arlington, TX
A natural-stone retaining wall in Arlington costs an average of $11,800, based on 21+ real DFW project data points.
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A retaining wall in Arlington, TX costs an average of $11,800, based on 21+ real DFW project data points. The most popular material is Oklahoma Brown (45% of projects) at $38/SF. The average wall is 32 LF long and 3.5 ft high (112 SF). Walls over 4 feet typically require engineering.
What's a data point? A fully priced project scenario — an AI-generated estimate or a homeowner inquiry, built on real DFW supplier pricing and 20+ years of field experience. Not every data point is a completed install.
How Arlington Compares to DFW
Arlington averages $11,800 for retaining walls — 4% below the DFW metro average of $12,281
Based on 539+ real retaining wall data points across 27 DFW cities. Updated August 2026.
Retaining Wall Materials in Arlington
2026 DFW rates — per square foot of wall face, materials and labor included
Deep brown sandstone with rugged character for a richer, premium look
Warm tan limestone with subtle texture — the most popular natural stone in DFW
Textured Texas fieldstone with mixed beige and rust tones
What Affects Retaining Wall Cost in Arlington?
Five factors drive most of the price spread in Arlington wall data points
Natural stone prices at $38/SF of wall face (2026 DFW rate). The average Arlington wall is 32 LF × 3.5 ft (112 SF), or about $4,256 in wall construction.
Walls over 4 feet tall need stamped engineering drawings ($500-$1,500) and a permit in Arlington. Walls supporting driveways or structures need engineering at any height.
Tarrant County's expansive clay soil holds water and pushes on walls. A French drain with gravel backfill is the DFW standard — skipping it is the #1 cause of wall failure.
Steep grades, tight gate access, and hauling stone across a finished Arlington yard add labor. Excavation into a slope costs more than facing an existing grade change.
Typical Arlington retaining wall permit fees: $50-$250 depending on wall height and length. Permits go through City of Arlington Building Inspections.
Quick Cost Reference
Estimated retaining wall costs by size in Arlington
Lueders Buff, Oklahoma Brown, Granbury Stone — all $38/SF, the only wall product we price.
Lueders Buff, Oklahoma Brown, Granbury Stone — all $38/SF, the only wall product we price.
* Walls 4ft+ typically require engineering
Lueders Buff, Oklahoma Brown, Granbury Stone — all $38/SF, the only wall product we price.
* Walls 5ft+ typically require engineering
Top Neighborhoods in Arlington
Where Arlington homeowners are building retaining walls
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
City of Arlington Building Inspections
$50-$250 depending on wall height and length
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
Arlington retaining walls average $11,800 based on real DFW project data. A 32 LF natural stone wall at 3.5 feet runs $4,256 at the standard $38/SF rate. Most Arlington walls stay under 4 feet to avoid engineering costs.
Oklahoma Brown leads at 45% of Arlington projects — its deeper, rugged tones suit the area's ranch and traditional homes. Lueders Buff (30%) is the warmer, lighter option. Granbury Stone (25%) brings textured Texas fieldstone character. All three run $38/SF.
Retaining walls over 4 feet require a building permit in Arlington. Walls near drainage channels, floodplains, or public right-of-way also need permits regardless of height. Check with Arlington Planning & Development Services.
Yes. Many Arlington properties have drainage challenges due to flat terrain and clay soil. A retaining wall with a French drain system can redirect water away from your foundation. Many homeowners build walls specifically to solve drainage problems.
Arlington averages $11,800 — about 10% below the DFW metro average. The savings come from shorter average wall heights (3.5 feet vs 4 feet) and smaller average wall lengths, not different per-SF rates. All natural-stone walls run $38/SF across DFW.
A 32 LF retaining wall at 3.5 feet tall in Arlington costs $4,256 at the standard natural-stone rate of $38/SF. This is based on 21 real Arlington data points. Add $500-$1,500 for engineering if the wall exceeds 4 feet in height.
In Arlington, 45% choose Oklahoma Brown for its deeper, more rugged character — a fit for the area's traditional homes. Lueders Buff (30%) is the lighter, warmer choice. Granbury Stone (25%) is the textured fieldstone option. All run $38/SF — the choice is style, not cost.
Yes — every retaining wall in Arlington needs drainage. Tarrant County sits on expansive clay soil that holds water and creates hydrostatic pressure behind walls. A 4-inch perforated pipe wrapped in filter fabric, set in 12 inches of gravel backfill, is the DFW standard. Skipping drainage is the #1 cause of retaining wall failure in the DFW area and is not covered by most contractor warranties.
Data source: 21+ pAIsaLocal retaining wall project data points in Arlington, TX, collected 2024–August 2026.
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