Flooring Cost Calculator
A flooring cost calculator estimates your total price by multiplying your square footage (plus waste) by a price per square foot. Because flooring prices vary widely by material, you enter your local price, and the calculator returns an estimated material cost. Enter your room dimensions and price below.
price_per_sqft user-supplied; disclaimer prices vary by material and region; underlayment and labor separate.
- Area
- 0 sq ft
- With waste
- 0 sq ft
Enter your dimensions and a price per square foot to estimate cost.
Estimate only. Prices vary by brand, quality, region and over time; confirm with a local supplier.
How Do You Estimate Flooring Cost?
To estimate flooring cost, calculate your square footage plus waste, then multiply by your local price per square foot. Flooring ranges from inexpensive laminate to costly solid hardwood, so the price per square foot is the key variable. The calculator lets you enter your own price for accuracy, and remember underlayment, trim and installation labor are separate costs.
What Affects the Cost of Flooring?
Flooring cost is driven mainly by material type: laminate and basic vinyl are cheapest, with engineered and solid hardwood and stone tile costing more. Underlayment, transition strips and labor add to the total, and removal of old flooring may apply. Treat the calculator result as a material estimate and budget separately for underlayment and installation.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does flooring cost per square foot?
- Flooring ranges from inexpensive laminate and vinyl to premium hardwood and stone, so enter your local price per square foot in the calculator for an accurate estimate.
- Does flooring cost include installation?
- No. The per-square-foot material price is separate from underlayment, trim and labor, so add those for a full installed cost.