Workers comp rates for code 0042: Landscape gardening
NCCI class code 0042 covers Landscape gardening in the landscaping industry. The median rate across 22 states is $2.92 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $0.850 in Utah to $9.96 in New Jersey.
Also known as: Landscaper · Gardener · Lawn care
Most expensive 5 states
- New Jersey $9.96
- California $5.41
- Hawaii $4.75
- Illinois $4.32
- Alaska $3.51
Code 0042 rates in all 22 states
| State | Code | Rate per $100 | vs peers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 0042 | $0.850 | 5% | view |
| Tennessee | 0042 | $1.67 | 9% | view |
| Virginia | 0042 | $1.74 | 14% | view |
| Kentucky | 0042 | $1.94 | 18% | view |
| Kansas | 0042 | $1.98 | 23% | view |
| Alabama | 0042 | $2.45 | 27% | view |
| New York | 0042 | $2.48 | 32% | view |
| Maryland | 0042 | $2.54 | 36% | view |
| Indiana | 0042 | $2.62 | 45% | view |
| Oregon | 0042 | $2.62 | 45% | view |
| Michigan | 0042 | $2.74 | 50% | view |
| Oklahoma | 0042 | $2.92 | 55% | view |
| Louisiana | 0042 | $3.07 | 59% | view |
| Nevada | 0042 | $3.12 | 64% | view |
| Arkansas | 0042 | $3.14 | 68% | view |
| Rhode Island | 0042 | $3.24 | 73% | view |
| Minnesota | 0042 | $3.33 | 77% | view |
| Alaska | 0042 | $3.51 | 82% | view |
| Illinois | 0042 | $4.32 | 86% | view |
| Hawaii | 0042 | $4.75 | 91% | view |
| California | 0042 | $5.41 | 95% | view |
| New Jersey | 0042 | $9.96 | 100% | view |
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FAQs about NCCI 0042
What occupation is NCCI class code 0042?
Class code 0042 is "Landscape gardening" (also known as Landscaper, Gardener, Lawn care), in the landscaping industry. The code is filed in 22 states.
What is the average workers comp rate for code 0042?
The median rate across 22 states is $2.92 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.850 (Utah) to $9.96 (New Jersey).
Why does code 0042 cost more in some states than others?
Workers comp rates reflect each state's loss experience for that occupation, the rating bureau's methodology (NCCI vs. independent), schedule rating credits, and the state's medical-cost inflation. Some states are monopolistic (only the state fund writes coverage) while others are open competitive markets.