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How much does new flooring cost in the Puget Sound?

Updated September 2026  ·  Typical installed prices for Seattle, Tacoma and Everett-area homes

Quick answer

Most Puget Sound homeowners pay $6 to $25 per sq ft installed, by material. A typical project runs $6 – $12 per sq ft for luxury vinyl plank.

Typical 2026 price
$6 – $25

per sq ft installed, by material

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Prices by option

Flooring prices by option

Option
Typical installed price
Luxury vinyl plank

Waterproof and durable; great for kitchens, baths and busy homes.

$6 – $12 per sq ft
Laminate

Budget-friendly wood look.

$5 – $10 per sq ft
Hardwood

Solid or engineered; can be refinished.

$10 – $25 per sq ft
Tile

Best for wet areas; labor-heavy.

$15 – $30 per sq ft
By project size

What a whole project costs

Project
Typical total
One bedroom (~150 sq ft)
$900 – $3,500
Main floor (~800 sq ft)
$5,000 – $18,000
Whole home (~1,800 sq ft)
$11,000 – $40,000
Cost factors

What drives the price

Material

Carpet and laminate cost least; tile and hardwood cost most.

Removal and subfloor

Tearing out old floors and leveling the subfloor adds cost.

Square footage and layout

Stairs, closets and many small rooms take more labor.

Moving furniture

Some installers charge to move and replace furniture.

Ways to save

How to keep the price down

How we price

Ranges are typical installed prices for the Seattle–Tacoma–Everett area, checked against published local pricing (sources below). They’re for planning. Your written quote is the real number.

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Flooring cost FAQ

Planning the project itself? Read our flooring installation guide.

Luxury vinyl runs about $6 to $12 per square foot installed, hardwood about $10 to $25, and tile $15 to $30.

Usually material and labor. Removal, subfloor work, stairs and trim are often extra.

Luxury vinyl plank offers the best mix of price and durability for most homes.

Sources

Where these prices come from

Our typical range, $6–$25 per sq ft installed, by material, sits inside what local contractors and cost publishers report. Their numbers differ because each prices a different scope, finish level or home size.

What the range includes

Flooring, standard underlayment, installation and baseboard reattachment.

Not included

Subfloor leveling or repair, removing the old floor, stairs, moving furniture and appliances.

Prices checked September 30, 2026 by Clearview Home Guide.

Source
What it says
LVP $6 – $12, hardwood $10 – $25+, tile $12 – $30+ per sq ft
Tile about $9.50 – $11.40 per sq ft
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