Cost to Carpet 500 Sq Ft
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
Budgeting a 500 sq ft carpet job? Across all 7 product tiers in Floormath's model, installed totals span $1,434–$12,012, with the typical mid-range project near $3,370.
500 sq ft cost by product tier
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyester Cut-Pile Carpet | $1.69/sf | $1,434–$2,800 | $1,980 |
| Berber Loop-Pile Carpet | $3.29/sf | $2,042–$4,312 | $2,984 |
| Frieze / Twist Carpet | $3.79/sf | $2,317–$4,587 | $3,260 |
| Nylon Cut-Pile Carpet | $3.99/sf | $2,427–$4,862 | $3,370 |
| Triexta Pet-Friendly Carpet | $4.49/sf | $2,702–$5,137 | $3,644 |
| Pet-Proof Performance Carpet | $6.49/sf | $3,640–$6,650 | $4,870 |
| Wool Carpet — Luxury | $9.99/sf | $4,577–$12,012 | $6,920 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation. Carpet rows include a standard rebond pad at $0.60/sf.
How 500 sq ft compares to other project sizes
| Area | Budget | Typical | High-end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144 sq ft | $413 | $970 | $3,459 |
| 200 sq ft | $574 | $1,348 | $4,805 |
| 300 sq ft | $861 | $2,022 | $7,207 |
| 500 sq ft | $1,434 | $3,370 | $12,012 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $2,869 | $6,739 | $24,024 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $4,304 | $10,108 | $36,036 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $5,738 | $13,478 | $48,048 |
Per-square-foot pricing barely changes with size — what changes is leverage. At 500 sq ft you can negotiate the labor rate and buy material at bulk break-points, which is worth a few percent. The bigger savings decision remains tier choice, worth $500 or more per $1/sf of difference.
Price your 500 sq ft project with your own state's labor rates
Run the free calculator →Frequently asked questions
What's the cost per square foot to install carpet?
In 2026, installed carpet runs $2.87 to $24.02 per square foot including material, 10% waste, and professional labor. Budget products sit at the low end; premium tiers at the high end.
Do these prices include old floor removal?
No. Demolition and haul-away typically add $0.60–$1.50 per square foot depending on what's coming out and your state's labor market.
How long does a 500 sq ft install take?
Professional crews typically cover 300–500 sq ft per day for carpet, so plan on roughly 1 working day(s) plus removal.