Carpet Prices in 2026
Commercial and retail pricing for carpet tracked across major U.S. distributors. Updated weekly.
How much does carpet cost per square foot?
Carpet ranges from $0.94 to $3.49/sq ft at retail pricing in 2026, with a median of $1.79/sq ft. At commercial (contractor/trade) pricing, the range drops to $0.61 to $2.62/sq ft with a median of $1.25/sq ft.
Most carpet purchased for commercial construction projects fall in the $0.71 to $1.90/sq ft range (25th to 75th percentile, commercial). Commercial pricing is typically 25-30% below retail, available through distributor trade accounts.
Carpet prices by size
24X24 carpet has a median commercial price of $0.78/sq ft. 12X36 sits higher at $1.86/sq ft.
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24X24 | $0.61 | $1.75 | $0.78 |
| 12X36 | $1.38 | $2.00 | $1.86 |
Carpet prices by finish
Plush carpet has a median commercial price of $0.59/sq ft. Textured sits higher at $1.39/sq ft.
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Textured | $0.65 | $2.62 | $1.39 |
| Plush | $0.59 | $0.59 | $0.59 |
Carpet prices by look
Look is a pricing factor for carpet. Pattern offers the most affordable option at a median commercial price of $0.83/sq ft. Stone commands the highest median at $1.43/sq ft.
Mid-range options include Wood ($1.26/sq ft), Solid ($1.42/sq ft).
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid | $0.64 | $2.62 | $1.42 |
| Pattern | $0.61 | $2.17 | $0.83 |
| Wood | $0.71 | $2.54 | $1.26 |
| Stone | $1.17 | $2.25 | $1.43 |
Carpet prices by origin country
Origin affects carpet pricing. Chinese carpet offers the lowest median at $0.68/sq ft, while American products command $1.25/sq ft.
| Origin | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | $0.61 | $2.25 | $1.25 |
| China | $0.61 | $0.78 | $0.68 |
How Flume helps with carpet procurement
These prices represent the market as we track it from distributor catalogs. Flume's procurement platform sources directly from manufacturers and leverages cross-project volume to deliver pricing 20-50% below the commercial rates shown here, without sacrificing product quality or specification compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
Carpet ranges from $0.94 to $3.49/sq ft at retail pricing in 2026, with a median of $1.79/sq ft. At commercial (contractor/trade) pricing, the range is $0.61 to $2.62/sq ft with a median of $1.25/sq ft.
Commercial carpet pricing is typically 25-30% below retail. The median retail price is $1.79/sq ft compared to $1.25/sq ft commercial. Contractors, builders, and trade accounts qualify for commercial pricing through distributor relationships.
Size has a measurable impact on carpet cost. 24X24 carpet has a median commercial price of $0.78/sq ft, while 12X36 runs $1.86/sq ft median. Choosing the right size based on project requirements can meaningfully impact material budgets.
Yes. Chinese carpet has a median commercial price of $0.68/sq ft, while American products run $1.25/sq ft. Origin-based pricing differences reflect manufacturing costs, shipping, and tariffs.
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