Carpet Install Cost Per Square Foot Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Carpet Install Cost Per Square Foot (CIC):

\[ CIC = \frac{TIC}{TCA} \]

Where:

$CIC$ is the Carpet Install Cost Per Square Foot (dollars per ft²)
$TIC$ is the Total Install Cost (dollars)
$TCA$ is the Total Carpet Area (ft²)

What is the Average Carpet Install Cost Per Square Foot?

The average cost to install a carpet is between $8 and $20 per square foot. Many factors can affect the carpet installation cost for your home or business. These include the type of carpet you choose, how much carpet you need, and whether you do any prep work yourself. Additionally, the pattern of your carpet will influence the price you pay.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Total Install Cost ($TIC$) = $3000
Total Carpet Area ($TCA$) = 500 ft²

Using the formula:

\[ CIC = \frac{3000}{500} = 6 \text{ per ft²} \]

The Carpet Install Cost Per Square Foot is $6.00 per ft².