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The average price per square foot for a new countertop installation is about $85 per square foot, with a price range spanning from $23 to $180 per square foot.
Average Cost of Countertop Per Square foot by type
| Type of Countertop | Unit | Low ($) | High ($) |
| Quartz | ft2 | 59 | 130 |
| Granite | ft2 | 45 | 150 |
| Natural Stone Countertop (quartzite, soapstone, and marble) | ft2 | 60 | 180 |
| Solid Surface | ft2 | 35 | 100 |
| Laminate | ft2 | 19 | 45 |
| Wood | ft2 | 20 | 50 |
| Utra Durable | ft2 | 69 | 120 |
How To Choose Between Type of Countertop Materials?
- Quartz: Highly durable and low-maintenance
- Natural Stone: Luxurious and naturally strong
- Solid Surface: Durable and affordable
- Laminate: Affordable and dependable
- Wood: Natural look; available in a range of stains/finishes or unfinished
- Ultra Durable: New engineered product, extremely durable and versatile
What determines the price of quartz countertops?
The exact cost of your countertop installation can vary based on several factors:
- Type of Material: The cost varies depending on the material you choose, ranging from more affordable options like laminate to premium materials like Dekton.
- Size and Shape: Larger or uniquely shaped countertops may incur additional costs.
- Related Materials: Costs can increase if you require the supply and installation of sinks, faucets, and backsplashes.
- Number of Countertop Surfaces: If you need new countertops in multiple areas, this can impact the overall cost.
Keep in mind that these are average figures, and the final cost of your countertop installation may differ based on your specific preferences and requirements. It’s advisable to obtain quotes from local countertop professionals to get a more accurate estimate for your project.
Additional Countertop Installation Costs to Consider
When planning a countertop installation project, there are several additional considerations and costs to be aware of:
| Items | Unit | Low ($) | High ($) |
| Sinks and Installation: For a new undermount sink, you can expect to pay around $260. Installation labor for the sink typically costs approximately $240. | lot | 350 | 700 |
| Basic Plumbing Disconnect and Reconnect: | lot | 550 | 550 |
| Countertop Removal and Haul Away: Costs generally range from $8 to $13 per square foot, with an average cost of $9 per square foot. | lot | 270 | 540 |
| Cooktop Cutout: | lot | 110 | 110 |
| Electrical Outlet Cutouts: The average cost for each electrical outlet cutout is around $25. | lot | 25 | 75 |
| Faucet Cutouts: Cutouts in the countertop are made to install the sink’s faucet, soap dispenser, and other fixtures. The average cost for a faucet cutout is approximately $20. | lot | 25 | 100 |
| Backsplash: A backsplash is installed above countertops to protect the wall from splatters and stains. | lot | 600 | 3000 |
| Total additional cost of countertop installation | 1930 | 5075 |
These additional considerations should be factored into your budget when planning a countertop installation project to ensure an accurate estimate of the total costs.