Yes, marble countertops are expensive but not the most costly natural stone countertop option available. The most expensive countertop material currently available is granite, but marble isn’t far behind granite’s price.
It’s important to note that pricing can vary from place to place and is influenced by supply which can drastically reduce or inflate the cost of this natural stone countertop material.
What’s the average cost of a marble countertop?
The average cost of marble can vary, especially when you factor in the type of marble. These are the current average costs of marble [1]
| Marble Countertops | Cost Per Sq. Ft. |
| The Average Range | $40 – $100 |
| The Average Cost | $60 |
| Minimum | $25 (Pink Marble – The Cheapest) |
| Maximum | $180 (Calacatta Marble – The Most Expensive) |
The average range of $40 – $100 includes the following types of marble;
- Carrara – $40/sq. ft.
- Statuario – $50/ sq. ft.
- Cultured – $65/ sq. ft.
- Tavertine – $75/ sq. ft.
- Dandby – $80/ sq. ft.
How much does it cost to install a marble countertop?
While difficult to definitively put a price tag on, the average cost of installing a countertop is $3050. Furthermore, it can have a low estimate of $1500 and a high estimate of a whopping $12 000.
The cost to install a countertop is hard to quantify as everyone has their own sets of prices depending on country, state, region, city, or town. Furthermore, considerations like space, length of the job, and many more factors will influence the price.
We recommend reaching out to multiple contractors instead of focusing on one company, as you’ll find the price can vary substantially. In saying that, take special consideration to reviews of a company with a good quote to avoid making a decision based purely on who’s the cheapest. Quality first, cost second.
