Snow plowing in Madison, WI: instant price estimate
Madison averages about 52 inches of snow a year on roughly 38 snow days. Its noon-next-day sidewalk rule and nightly alternate-side parking from mid-November to mid-March set the rhythm of every storm.
Your instant snow plowing price in Madison ESTIMATE
About 13 pushes in a 51.8-inch season ≈ $975–$1,625 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $400–$600.
Basis: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found)
Estimate from published price ranges, not a quote or a guarantee. We don't plow; the local provider confirms the final price before any work. Pushes = snowfall ÷ inches per push (our assumption; edit it). Method
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What driveway plowing costs in Madison ESTIMATE
We found no city-specific published price page for Madison, so these are national ranges, labeled as such. Angi's national average is $126 ($51–$203); HomeGuide's is $81 ($44–$128). Local prices may be higher or lower.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $40–$75 | $300–$400 |
| 2-car (standard) | $75–$125 | $400–$600 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $125–$250 | $600–$1,000 |
Source: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found); ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Madison?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 51.8-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 13 pushes, or $975–$1,625 per push in total, versus $400–$600 seasonal. Last winter's 50.6 inches would have meant about 13 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Madison snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Madison | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 50.6 in., 1.2 in. below the 1991–2020 normal of 51.8 in. (98% of normal). Station: Madison Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO MKX), Jul 1–Jun 30 season. |
| This winter (2026–27), FORECAST | Dec–Feb temperature: Leans above normal (warmer): 50–60% chance. Dec–Feb precipitation: Equal chances (no tilt toward above, near or below normal). 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 | 51.8 in. over about 37.9 snow days (≥0.1 in.); snowiest month on the normals: January. NOAA 1991–2020 normals via CurrentResults |
Month by month, 2025–26 vs. normal (inches)
| Month | Actual | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Nov 2025 | 13.7 | 3.0 |
| Dec 2025 | 9.1 | 12.0 |
| Jan 2026 | 15.0 | 13.7 |
| Feb 2026 | 3.7 | 12.8 |
| Mar 2026 | 9.1 | 7.0 |
| Apr 2026 | T | 2.6 |
| May 2026 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Madison snow rules homeowners should know
- Sidewalk deadline: Shovel sidewalks by noon the day after the snow stops (MGO 10.28): the full width, curb ramps to crosswalks next to your property, and driveways and private walks. You can be cited if it isn't done. Source: City of Madison, Sidewalks
- Where to put snow: Pile snow in your yard and terrace. It's against the law to throw snow into the street. Source: City of Madison
- Alternate-side parking: From November 15 to March 15, 1:00–7:00 a.m.: park on the odd-address side on odd-numbered dates and the even side on even dates. In the Snow Emergency Zone, it applies only during a declared Snow Emergency. Source: City of Madison, Winter Parking Rules
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Madison snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Madison?
Using Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found), a standard 2-car driveway runs about $75–$125 per push or $400–$600 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Madison get last winter?
50.6 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 51.8 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Madison?
Shovel sidewalks by noon the day after the snow stops (MGO 10.28): the full width, curb ramps to crosswalks next to your property, and driveways and private walks. You can be cited if it isn't done.
Does DrivewayBlankets.com plow driveways?
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