How much is an old oak tree worth?
Daniel Foster
Published Jun 03, 2026
How much is an old oak tree worth?
An oak tree in a timber sale can be worth anywhere from 15 cents a board foot for pallet material quality up to $1.20 per board foot for high quality logs. I had a buyer tell me a tree I had marked last week was worth $1,000. That’s a rare, veneer white oak growing in excellent soil.
Are old oak trees valuable?
Large diameter White Oak trees have become an increasingly rare wood as most quality timber was harvested over a century ago. Of all the oaks, it is the most sought after and valuable because of its strength and appearance.
How old is a 30 inch oak tree?
How old is that oak?
| Inches dbh | Bur/Swamp white oak | Red oak |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | 154 | 161 |
| 26 | 167 | 179 |
| 28 | 179 | 191 |
| 30 | 192 | 203 |
How much does a 100 year old oak tree cost?
Once they find out how much this 100 year old replacement is going to cost them then it’s a pretty safe bet you’re going to be dealing with voicemail from here on out. One of the local growers I like has a 9″ (30’tallx24’spread) northern red oak for about $1300.
How do you calculate the age of an oak tree?
Multiply the oak’s diameter in inches times the growth factor to get the approximate age of your oak. For example, a Shumard oak with a trunk diameter of 20 inches is about 60 years old. Things You Will Need
Which is the best tree for age calculator?
Tree Species & Growth Factors Littleleaf Linden 3 Northern Red Oak 4 Norway Maple 4.5 Norway Spruce 5
How much does a southern red oak tree cost?
A Southern Red Oak will run anywhere from $9 to $45. A Swamp Oak can cost $20 to $70. A Water Oak can be as much as $15 to $30. A Willow Oak can cost as much as $12 to $35. The seeds can cost anywhere from $1 to $10 per 100 seeds.
What makes an oak tree worth so much?
Several characteristics affect the value of oaks. The amount of defect on the bole (trunk) of the tree is important. If the trunk has 3 sides clear of any knots or scars that translates into the clear wood that can be cut from the log. Different species tend to shed their branches better as the grow, providing more clear wood.
How much does a water oak tree cost?
A Water Oak can be as much as $15 to $30. A Willow Oak can cost as much as $12 to $35. The seeds can cost anywhere from $1 to $10 per 100 seeds. A mature oak tree taller than 10 feet can start at $1,000 and go from there. The cost of a larger tree will depend on the diameter.
Multiply the oak’s diameter in inches times the growth factor to get the approximate age of your oak. For example, a Shumard oak with a trunk diameter of 20 inches is about 60 years old. Things You Will Need
How much does a Nuttall oak tree cost?
A Chestnut Oak will cost anywhere from $13 to $35. A Cherrybark will vary anywhere from $15 to $25. A Northern Red Oak will cost anywhere from an average of $15 to $60. A Nuttall Oak can cost as much as $20 to $40.
