1,300 Sq Ft Ceramic Tile Cost
⬜ How much does 1,300 square feet of ceramic tile flooring cost? See the full breakdown with 2026 national average pricing.
Total Installed Cost
$6,500 – $20,800
Average: $13,650 ($10.5/sqft)
For 1,300 sq ft — about your space
Independent contractor estimate: $10,238
Save ~$3,412 vs retail — no store markup on materials or labor
Key Takeaways
Average Cost
$13,650
Cost Range
$6,500 – $20,800
Per Sq Ft
$10.5/sqft
Waste Factor
12% (156 sqft extra)
Ceramic Tile Cost Breakdown for 1,300 Sq Ft
Materials
$1–$8/sqft × 1,456 sq ft (with 12% waste)
$1,300 – $10,400
Labor / Installation
$5/sqft × 1,300 sq ft
$6,500
Waste Factor
12% extra material = 156 additional sq ft
+156 sq ft
Total Project Cost
$6,500 – $20,800
About Ceramic Tile
Clay-based tiles fired and glazed. Classic for bathrooms and kitchens.
✅ Pros
- • Waterproof
- • Extremely durable
- • Wide design options
- • Hypoallergenic
⚠️ Cons
- • Cold & hard
- • Grout maintenance
- • Cracks under impact
- • Higher labor cost
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All Flooring Costs for 1,300 Sq Ft
Compare every flooring type for the same square footage:
| Flooring Type | Cost/Sq Ft | Total Low | Total High | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🧶 Carpet | $3–$11 | $3,900 | $14,300 | $9,100 |
| ✨ Epoxy Coating | $3–$12 | $3,900 | $15,600 | $9,750 |
| 📏 Laminate | $4–$12 | $5,200 | $15,600 | $10,400 |
| 🔷 Vinyl Plank (LVP/LVT) | $4–$13 | $5,200 | $16,900 | $11,050 |
| 🪵 Cork | $6–$13 | $7,800 | $16,900 | $12,350 |
| ⬜ Ceramic Tile ● | $5–$16 | $6,500 | $20,800 | $13,650 |
| 🎋 Bamboo | $7–$16 | $9,100 | $20,800 | $14,950 |
| 🌲 Engineered Hardwood | $7–$19 | $9,100 | $24,700 | $16,900 |
| 🔲 Porcelain Tile | $7–$25 | $9,100 | $32,500 | $20,800 |
| 🪵 Hardwood | $10–$30 | $13,000 | $39,000 | $26,000 |
| 🪨 Natural Stone | $11–$45 | $14,300 | $58,500 | $36,400 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does 1,300 sq ft of ceramic tile cost?
1,300 square feet of ceramic tile flooring costs between $6,500 and $20,800 installed, with a national average of $13,650 ($10.5/sqft including material and labor). This covers your space.
What is the cost per square foot for ceramic tile?
The average installed cost of ceramic tile is $10.5 per square foot, ranging from $5 to $16 per square foot. Material alone costs $1–$8/sqft, with labor at approximately $5/sqft.
How much extra material should I buy for 1,300 sq ft?
For 1,300 square feet, purchase approximately 1,456 square feet of ceramic tile material. This includes a 12% waste factor for cuts and mistakes (156 sq ft extra).
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