How Much Does Countertop Installation Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Countertop Installation Include?
New kitchen or bathroom countertops dramatically update the space. Materials range from affordable laminate to premium natural stone. Price includes material, fabrication, and installation.
The national average cost for countertop installation is $3,000 per project. Most homeowners pay between $1,500 and $5,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Material
Laminate: $10-$25/sq ft. Butcher block: $20-$40/sq ft. Quartz: $40-$75/sq ft. Granite: $35-$65/sq ft. Marble: $50-$100/sq ft
Kitchen Size
Average kitchen (30-40 sq ft of counter): $1,500-$4,000 installed
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Material type
- ✓Square footage
- ✓Edge profile
- ✓Number of cutouts
- ✓Removal of old counters
- ✓Backsplash integration
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Quartz offers a similar look to marble at lower cost with less maintenance
- 2.Prefab slabs are cheaper than custom fabrication
- 3.Keep the existing layout to avoid plumbing changes
- 4.Remnant pieces from stone yards can save 30-50% for smaller jobs
Countertop Installation Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,230 | $2,460 | $4,100 |
| Alaska | $1,920 | $3,840 | $6,400 |
| Arizona | $1,425 | $2,850 | $4,750 |
| Arkansas | $1,200 | $2,400 | $4,000 |
| California | $2,025 | $4,050 | $6,750 |
| Colorado | $1,620 | $3,240 | $5,400 |
| Connecticut | $1,830 | $3,660 | $6,100 |
| Delaware | $1,575 | $3,150 | $5,250 |
| Florida | $1,470 | $2,940 | $4,900 |
| Georgia | $1,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Hawaii | $2,130 | $4,260 | $7,100 |
| Idaho | $1,380 | $2,760 | $4,600 |
| Illinois | $1,575 | $3,150 | $5,250 |
| Indiana | $1,320 | $2,640 | $4,400 |
| Iowa | $1,290 | $2,580 | $4,300 |
| Kansas | $1,275 | $2,550 | $4,250 |
| Kentucky | $1,260 | $2,520 | $4,200 |
| Louisiana | $1,305 | $2,610 | $4,350 |
| Maine | $1,530 | $3,060 | $5,100 |
| Maryland | $1,725 | $3,450 | $5,750 |
| Massachusetts | $1,950 | $3,900 | $6,500 |
| Michigan | $1,380 | $2,760 | $4,600 |
| Minnesota | $1,530 | $3,060 | $5,100 |
| Mississippi | $1,170 | $2,340 | $3,900 |
| Missouri | $1,305 | $2,610 | $4,350 |
| Montana | $1,425 | $2,850 | $4,750 |
| Nebraska | $1,320 | $2,640 | $4,400 |
| Nevada | $1,530 | $3,060 | $5,100 |
| New Hampshire | $1,680 | $3,360 | $5,600 |
| New Jersey | $1,875 | $3,750 | $6,250 |
| New Mexico | $1,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| New York | $1,980 | $3,960 | $6,600 |
| North Carolina | $1,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| North Dakota | $1,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Ohio | $1,350 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Oklahoma | $1,245 | $2,490 | $4,150 |
| Oregon | $1,650 | $3,300 | $5,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $1,530 | $3,060 | $5,100 |
| Rhode Island | $1,725 | $3,450 | $5,750 |
| South Carolina | $1,305 | $2,610 | $4,350 |
| South Dakota | $1,275 | $2,550 | $4,250 |
| Tennessee | $1,290 | $2,580 | $4,300 |
| Texas | $1,395 | $2,790 | $4,650 |
| Utah | $1,425 | $2,850 | $4,750 |
| Vermont | $1,620 | $3,240 | $5,400 |
| Virginia | $1,575 | $3,150 | $5,250 |
| Washington | $1,725 | $3,450 | $5,750 |
| West Virginia | $1,200 | $2,400 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | $1,410 | $2,820 | $4,700 |
| Wyoming | $1,380 | $2,760 | $4,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What countertop material is best?
Quartz is the most popular choice — it's durable, low-maintenance, and comes in many styles. Granite is a close second. Laminate offers the best budget option.