How Much Does Vinyl Plank Flooring Cost?
$3 – $10 / sq ft
National average: $6 / sq ft installed
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Vinyl plank flooring cost calculator
Set the scope, size, and state — the tally updates as you go. Built from this guide's figures and BLS state wage data.
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State figures apply BLS construction wages (2025) at a 60% labor weight — how we estimate.
Your estimate
- Labor ≈60%
- $1,800
- Materials & equipment
- $1,200
- Planning range
- $2,700 – $3,300
low $3.00/sq ft $10/sq ft high
U.S. construction trades average $65,360/yr (BLS 2025).
Get three written bids. One far under $2,400 usually means missing scope — ask what's not included. Far over $3,600, ask what's driving the number.
Luxury vinyl plank — LVP — became the most popular floor in America for a reason: it’s waterproof, scratch-resistant, looks like wood, and many homeowners can install it themselves. It costs $3 to $10 per square foot installed in 2026, averaging around $6, or about $1,500 to $5,000 for a typical room.
What you’re paying for
The all-in rate covers the planks, underlayment, labor, and usually removing the old floor and prepping the subfloor. The plank itself is most of it, and the price tracks the wear layer and core more than the printed look.
Grade is the durability lever
A thicker wear layer (20 mil+) and a rigid SPC/WPC core are what separate a floor that lasts 25 years from one that dents in five. Budget LVP is fine for light-traffic rooms; busy households should step up.
LVP vs. laminate
Both are budget-friendly wood looks, but LVP is waterproof and laminate isn’t — which is why LVP wins in kitchens, baths, and basements despite a similar price.
How to save on vinyl plank flooring
- Buy a thicker wear layer for high-traffic areas — it outlasts cheap planks.
- DIY the click-lock install on a flat subfloor to skip labor.
- Prep the subfloor so planks lie flat and don’t fail early.
- Compare all-in quotes that include removal and underlayment.
| Component | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl plank material | $2 – $7 / sq ft | — |
| Underlayment | $0.30 – $1 / sq ft | — |
| Installation labor | $1 – $3 / sq ft | — |
| Old floor removal | $0.50 – $2 / sq ft | — |
| Subfloor prep | $0.50 – $2 / sq ft | — |
| Option | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget LVP (6–12 mil wear) | $3 – $5 / sq ft | Light traffic |
| Mid-grade (12–20 mil) | $5 – $7 / sq ft | Most homes |
| Rigid core (SPC/WPC) | $6 – $9 / sq ft | Most durable, waterproof |
| Premium / wide plank | $8 – $12 / sq ft | — |
What affects the price
- Wear layer & thickness A thicker wear layer (measured in mils) resists scratches and dents — the biggest factor in how long LVP lasts.
- Core type Rigid SPC/WPC cores are more durable and fully waterproof than flexible glue-down planks, and cost more.
- Subfloor condition LVP needs a flat subfloor; leveling or repairs add to the base price.
- Install method Click-lock floating floors are DIY-friendly; glue-down planks take more labor.
- Removal & prep Tearing out old flooring and prepping the subfloor are common add-on line items.
Vinyl plank flooring cost by state
Where you live moves the price as much as any option you pick, because labor is a big share of the bill and construction wages differ sharply by state. Adjusted with BLS wage data (2025), a typical vinyl plank flooring job runs about $3.50 – $12/sq ft in Hawaii (+17%) versus $2.55 – $8.50/sq ft in Arkansas (−15%).
See the typical range in all 50 states + D.C.
| State | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $2.60 – $8.70/sq ft |
| Alaska | $3.45 – $12/sq ft |
| Arizona | $2.85 – $9.50/sq ft |
| Arkansas | $2.55 – $8.50/sq ft |
| California | $3.35 – $11/sq ft |
| Colorado | $3 – $10/sq ft |
| Connecticut | $3.20 – $11/sq ft |
| Delaware | $2.95 – $9.80/sq ft |
| District of Columbia | $3.25 – $11/sq ft |
| Florida | $2.75 – $9.10/sq ft |
| Georgia | $2.75 – $9.20/sq ft |
| Hawaii | $3.50 – $12/sq ft |
| Idaho | $2.80 – $9.40/sq ft |
| Illinois | $3.45 – $12/sq ft |
| Indiana | $3.05 – $10/sq ft |
| Iowa | $2.90 – $9.70/sq ft |
| Kansas | $2.85 – $9.50/sq ft |
| Kentucky | $2.80 – $9.30/sq ft |
| Louisiana | $2.70 – $9/sq ft |
| Maine | $2.95 – $9.80/sq ft |
| Maryland | $3 – $10/sq ft |
| Massachusetts | $3.45 – $12/sq ft |
| Michigan | $3 – $10/sq ft |
| Minnesota | $3.25 – $11/sq ft |
| Mississippi | $2.60 – $8.70/sq ft |
| Missouri | $3.05 – $10/sq ft |
| Montana | $2.95 – $9.80/sq ft |
| Nebraska | $2.80 – $9.40/sq ft |
| Nevada | $3.10 – $10/sq ft |
| New Hampshire | $2.95 – $9.90/sq ft |
| New Jersey | $3.40 – $11/sq ft |
| New Mexico | $2.75 – $9.20/sq ft |
| New York | $3.30 – $11/sq ft |
| North Carolina | $2.70 – $9/sq ft |
| North Dakota | $3.05 – $10/sq ft |
| Ohio | $3 – $10/sq ft |
| Oklahoma | $2.75 – $9.10/sq ft |
| Oregon | $3.30 – $11/sq ft |
| Pennsylvania | $3.05 – $10/sq ft |
| Rhode Island | $3.10 – $10/sq ft |
| South Carolina | $2.75 – $9.10/sq ft |
| South Dakota | $2.70 – $9/sq ft |
| Tennessee | $2.75 – $9.20/sq ft |
| Texas | $2.75 – $9.10/sq ft |
| Utah | $2.80 – $9.40/sq ft |
| Vermont | $2.90 – $9.70/sq ft |
| Virginia | $2.85 – $9.50/sq ft |
| Washington | $3.50 – $12/sq ft |
| West Virginia | $2.85 – $9.50/sq ft |
| Wisconsin | $3.10 – $10/sq ft |
| Wyoming | $2.95 – $9.90/sq ft |
Estimates apply each state's BLS construction-wage multiplier to this guide's national range — a planning number, not a quote. Browse the full state cost guides or our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to install vinyl plank flooring?
- LVP runs $3–$10 per square foot installed, averaging about $6. A typical 500 sq ft room totals $1,500–$5,000 including material, underlayment, and labor.
- Is vinyl plank cheaper than laminate?
- They overlap. Budget LVP and laminate are similar ($3–$5/sq ft), but LVP is waterproof and laminate isn't — which is why LVP often wins despite a slightly higher mid-grade price.
- Is luxury vinyl plank waterproof?
- Most modern LVP, especially rigid-core SPC/WPC, is fully waterproof — a big reason it's popular in kitchens, baths, and basements. Cheaper flexible planks are water-resistant but not fully waterproof.
- Can I install LVP myself?
- Click-lock floating LVP is one of the more DIY-friendly floors — no glue, and it can go over many existing surfaces. Glue-down planks and uneven subfloors are where hiring a pro pays off.
- How long does vinyl plank flooring last?
- About 15–25 years depending on the wear layer and traffic. A thicker wear layer (20 mil+) and a rigid core hold up best in busy households.
How we estimate: ranges reflect typical U.S. pricing for materials and professional installation, compiled and cross-checked against the current (2026) industry sources listed below (see our data & methodology). Your actual cost depends on your location, project size, material grade, and local labor rates — always get multiple written quotes before you commit.
Sources
Cost ranges on this page were checked against current (2026) data from these industry sources:
- Vinyl Plank Flooring Cost (2026) — HomeGuide
- How Much Does Vinyl Plank Flooring Cost? — Angi
- Cost to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring — Bob Vila