Most flooring installation projects cost between $1,500 and $15,000 per job, with a typical price near $5,000. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical flooring installation cost
$1,500 – $15,000
per job · typical $5,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Flooring installation cost breakdown
- Laminate$1,500 – $4,000typical $2,500
- Hardwood$4,000 – $12,000typical $7,000
- Tile$3,000 – $10,000typical $5,500
What Flooring costs
Price includes materials, underlayment, and professional installation. Range depends on material (laminate, hardwood, tile) and room size. Labor typically $2–$8/sq ft.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
What affects the cost?
Material grade, subfloor condition, room shape, and labor rates. Removing old flooring adds $1–$3/sq ft.
How can I save money?
Choose mid-range materials, get multiple quotes, and do your own demolition. Buying during sales helps.
Is this for the whole house?
No, typical quotes are per room or area. Whole-home flooring runs $5,000–$30,000+.