Snow plowing in Boston, MA: instant price estimate
Boston averages about 49 inches of snow a year on only about 23 snow days, so storms tend to be big ones. It also has one of the shortest sidewalk-clearing deadlines on this list: three hours.
Your instant snow plowing price in Boston ESTIMATE
About 12 pushes in a 49.2-inch season ≈ $1,020–$1,680 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $435–$650.
Basis: Angi's published Boston ranges
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What driveway plowing costs in Boston ESTIMATE
Angi's published Boston snow removal figures: average $193, per visit $45–$110, seasonal $325–$760.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $45–$85 | $325–$435 |
| 2-car (standard) | $85–$140 | $435–$650 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $140–$275 | $650–$1,090 |
Source: Angi's published Boston ranges; ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Boston?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 49.2-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 12 pushes, or $1,020–$1,680 per push in total, versus $435–$650 seasonal. Last winter's 62.8 inches would have meant about 16 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Boston snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Boston | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 62.8 in., 13.6 in. above the 1991–2020 normal of 49.2 in. (128% of normal). Station: Boston Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO BOX), Jul 1–Jun 30 season. |
| This winter (2026–27), FORECAST | Dec–Feb temperature: Leans above normal (warmer): 50–60% chance. Dec–Feb precipitation: Leans above normal (wetter): 40–50% chance. NOAA Climate Prediction Center seasonal outlook issued 2026-10-15 (outlook maps, GIS data). These are probabilities, not snowfall totals; CPC makes no inch forecast. Warmer-leaning winters can still bring big storms. CPC updates the outlook monthly (normally the third Thursday). |
| Normal year | 49.2 in. over about 23.0 snow days (≥0.1 in.); snowiest month on the normals: February. NOAA 1991–2020 normals via CurrentResults |
Month by month, 2025–26 vs. normal (inches)
| Month | Actual | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| Nov 2025 | T | 0.7 |
| Dec 2025 | 4.3 | 9.0 |
| Jan 2026 | 29.8 | 14.3 |
| Feb 2026 | 26.8 | 14.4 |
| Mar 2026 | 1.9 | 9.0 |
| Apr 2026 | T | 1.6 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Boston snow rules homeowners should know
- Sidewalk deadline: Clear sidewalks and curb ramps within 3 hours after it stops snowing, or within 3 hours after sunrise if it snowed overnight, leaving a path at least 42 inches wide. Fines: $50 (residential, 16 or fewer units), $100 (more than 16 units), $200 (commercial), and each day counts as a new violation. Source: Boston.gov, Rules on clearing snow (Ord. 16-12.16)
- Where not to put snow: Don't shovel or push snow from private property into the street; fines run $50–$200 depending on property type and volume. Source: Boston.gov
- Snow emergency parking and space savers: During a declared snow emergency, cars on posted snow emergency arteries are ticketed and towed. Space savers are allowed only during a declared emergency and must be removed within 48 hours after it ends. They're banned in the South End and Bay Village. Source: Boston.gov, What to do with your car when it snows
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Boston snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Boston?
Using Angi's published Boston ranges, a standard 2-car driveway runs about $85–$140 per push or $435–$650 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Boston get last winter?
62.8 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 49.2 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Boston?
Clear sidewalks and curb ramps within 3 hours after it stops snowing, or within 3 hours after sunrise if it snowed overnight, leaving a path at least 42 inches wide. Fines: $50 (residential, 16 or fewer units), $100 (more than 16 units), $200 (commercial), and each day counts as a new violation.
Does DrivewayBlankets.com plow driveways?
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