How Much Does It Cost to Tile a Floor?
Tiling a floor typically costs $9–$23 per square foot installed, or about $900–$2,500 for an average room — materials and labor combined. The total depends mostly on the room's size, the tile you choose, and local labor rates. Here's the breakdown by room, plus a fast way to price your own floor.
Floor tiling cost by room
National-average ranges; your area and tile choice move the number.
| Room | Typical size | Installed cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom floor | 40–100 sq ft | $600–$1,800 |
| Kitchen floor | 150–300 sq ft | $1,500–$5,000 |
| Living area | 300–500 sq ft | $3,000–$9,000 |
| Whole floor / open plan | 800+ sq ft | $7,500–$20,000 |
What drives the cost of a tile floor?
- Square footage — the single biggest factor.
- Tile grade — ceramic ($1–$5/sq ft) is cheapest; porcelain ($3–$10) and stone ($10–$30) cost more.
- Pattern — diagonal and herringbone waste more material (about 15% vs. 10%) and take longer to lay.
- Prep — removing old flooring ($2–$7/sq ft) and leveling the subfloor ($2–$5/sq ft) add to the total.
Does the subfloor affect the price?
Yes. If the existing subfloor is uneven or damaged, it needs leveling or repair before tile goes down — otherwise tiles crack. Good prep protects the job, and it's worth pricing as its own line item rather than a surprise.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to tile a 200 square foot floor? Roughly $1,800–$4,600 installed for mid-grade porcelain, depending on pattern and your region. Budget ceramic comes in lower; stone runs higher.
Is tiling a floor cheaper than tiling a wall or shower? Usually yes — floors are flat and straightforward, so labor per square foot is lower than vertical or shower work.
Does removing old flooring cost extra? Yes — demo and haul-away runs about $2–$7 per square foot. Our calculator lets you add it as its own line item.
Get your real number, not a national average. Enter your floor's size, tile, and ZIP, and ProjectCostIQ shows your true all-in cost for your area.
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