Tile Installation Cost in Maine
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
Flooring labor in Maine runs about 14% below the national average (Floormath state factor: 0.86). For tile flooring, that puts installed pricing at $6.28–$36.64 per square foot — a typical 1,000 sq ft project lands near $17,389.
Tile project costs in Maine
| Project size | Budget | Typical | High-end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 room (120 sf) | $754 | $2,087 | $4,397 |
| 12x12 room (144 sf) | $905 | $2,504 | $5,276 |
| 12x15 room (180 sf) | $1,131 | $3,130 | $6,595 |
| 15x20 room (300 sf) | $1,885 | $5,217 | $10,992 |
| 500 sq ft | $3,142 | $8,694 | $18,320 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $6,283 | $17,389 | $36,641 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $9,424 | $26,084 | $54,962 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $12,566 | $34,778 | $73,282 |
Cost by product tier in Maine (1,000 sq ft example)
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Ceramic Tile | $3.49/sf | $6,283–$12,265 | $8,999 |
| Standard Porcelain Tile | $4.99/sf | $8,707–$15,411 | $11,509 |
| Wood-Look Porcelain Plank | $5.49/sf | $9,644–$16,984 | $12,489 |
| Large-Format Porcelain | $7.99/sf | $13,229–$23,749 | $17,389 |
| Travertine / Slate Tile | $7.99/sf | $12,455–$21,703 | $16,529 |
| Mosaic Tile | $9.99/sf | $17,425–$34,133 | $23,029 |
| Marble Tile — Luxury | $14.99/sf | $20,277–$36,641 | $26,809 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
Why Maine prices differ from national averages
Material prices are fairly consistent nationwide — a box of tile costs about the same in every big-box store. What moves is labor. Installer day rates in Maine track local cost of living and contractor demand, which is why Floormath applies a 0.86 multiplier to installation, demolition, baseboard, and stair labor for Maine projects, while material stays at list price.
A mid-range example: Large-Format Porcelain installed at $10.00/sf nationally becomes about $8.60/sf in Maine.
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How much does it cost to install tile flooring in Maine?
In 2026, expect $6.28–$36.64 per square foot installed in Maine, or $6,283–$36,641 for a typical 1,000 sq ft project. Maine labor runs about 14% below the national average.
Is flooring labor expensive in Maine?
Maine's installation labor prices about 14% below the national average. Material costs barely change by state, so labor is the main reason a Maine quote differs from a national-average figure.
How much is labor alone for tile installation in Maine?
Mid-range tile installation labor in Maine runs about $7.74 per square foot, before demolition, stairs, or subfloor repair.