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Granite Countertops Cost: $2,000–$4,500 (Average $3,250) in 2026

Author: CostGuideHQ Editorial·✓ Fact-checked·Updated July 2026·5 min read·3 sources
Quick answerQuick answer: Granite countertops cost $2,000 to $4,500 for a typical kitchen, averaging $3,250 nationwide (Angi, Bob Vila). Per square foot installed, expect $80 to $150 on average, ranging from $50 for basic grades to $250+ for exotic colors (HomeGuide).
  • The national average cost for granite countertops is $3,250, with most homeowners spending $2,000 to $4,500 (Angi, Bob Vila).
  • Installed cost runs $80 to $150 per square foot on average, from $50/sq ft for entry-level granite to $250+/sq ft for exotic colors (HomeGuide).
  • Raw slab material alone runs $30 to $60 per square foot for common colors, climbing to $70-$100+ per square foot for rare stones (Angi, Bob Vila).
  • Small projects like a bar top can run as low as $500, while a large kitchen with high-end granite can top $9,000 (Angi).

How much does granite countertops cost?

National average
$3,250
total project
Typical range
$2,000–$4,500
Most projects
Whole project
$500–$9,000
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Cost by material / type

TypeLowHigh
Low-grade granite (Level 1)$50$80
Mid-grade granite (Level 2)$80$150
High-grade/exotic granite (Level 3+)$150$250
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Rough estimate only — get local quotes for exact pricing.

What affects the cost?

  • Granite grade and rarity — common colors like Ubatuba run $30-$60/sq ft while rare colors like Blue Louise or Crema Bordeaux reach $70-$100+/sq ft (Angi)
  • Finish — honed adds $10-$20 per sq ft and leathered adds $15-$25 per sq ft over a standard polished finish (Angi, Bob Vila)
  • Edge style — upgraded edges such as rounded or French cove cost $10-$40 per linear foot extra; standard straight edges are typically included (Angi)
  • Labor to fabricate and install — $10-$50 per sq ft (HomeGuide), or $35-$85 per hour if billed hourly (Angi, Bob Vila)
  • Old countertop removal — $4-$14 per sq ft depending on material and source (Angi, HomeGuide)
  • Cutouts for sinks and cooktops — $100-$300 each depending on the fixture (HomeGuide, Angi)
  • Slab delivery — $150-$200+ if not bundled into labor fees (Angi, HomeGuide)
  • Sealing and warranty — sealing runs $100-$350 per treatment, and extended warranties add $300-$500+ (Angi, HomeGuide)

Why do granite countertops cost so much?

Granite is quarried, cut, and polished stone, so price tracks slab grade, color rarity, and labor to fabricate a heavy, custom-cut surface. Most kitchens run $2,000 to $4,500 total, averaging $3,250 nationwide (Angi, Bob Vila). Broken down per square foot installed, expect $80 to $150 on average, with basic grades starting around $50/sq ft and exotic colors reaching $250+/sq ft (HomeGuide). Raw slab material alone runs $30 to $60 per square foot for common colors like Ubatuba, but climbs to $70-$100+ per square foot for rarer stones such as Blue Louise or Crema Bordeaux (Angi, Bob Vila). Labor to fabricate and install adds $10 to $50 per square foot on top of material (HomeGuide), or $35 to $85 an hour if a contractor bills hourly (Angi, Bob Vila). Because granite slabs are cut to order and weigh several hundred pounds, most of that labor cost pays for precise measuring, cutting, and safe handling rather than simple installation time.

What affects the cost?

A few factors explain most of the spread between a $500 bar top and a $9,000 large kitchen (Angi):

  • Grade and rarity. Low-grade (Level 1) granite installs for $50-$80/sq ft, mid-grade (Level 2) for $80-$150/sq ft, and high-grade or exotic colors (Level 3+) for $150-$250/sq ft — all installed pricing (HomeGuide).
  • Finish. A standard polished finish costs nothing extra, but honed finishes add $10-$20/sq ft and leathered finishes add $15-$25/sq ft (Angi, Bob Vila).
  • Edge style. Upgraded edges like rounded or French cove profiles cost $10-$40 per linear foot beyond a standard straight edge (Angi).
  • Cutouts. Sink and cooktop cutouts run $100 to $300 each depending on the fixture (HomeGuide, Angi).
  • Old countertop removal. Demolishing and hauling away an existing countertop adds $4-$14 per square foot (Angi, HomeGuide).
  • Delivery, sealing, and warranty. Slab delivery runs $150-$200+, sealing costs $100-$350 per treatment, and extended warranties add $300-$500+ (Angi, HomeGuide).

How to lower your granite countertops cost

  • Choose a common color. Granite like Ubatuba runs $30-$60 per square foot, versus $70-$100+ per square foot for rare colors such as Blue Louise (Angi).
  • Stick with a standard polished finish. Honed and leathered finishes each add $10-$25 per square foot, so skip them unless the look is essential (Angi, Bob Vila).
  • Keep edges simple. A standard straight edge avoids the $10-$40 per linear foot upcharge for decorative profiles (Angi).
  • Pick up the slab yourself. Skipping delivery saves the $150-$200 delivery fee (Angi, HomeGuide).
  • Handle removal yourself if feasible. DIY demolition of an old countertop can save $4-$14 per square foot in labor, though granite slabs are heavy and removal can be physically demanding (Angi, HomeGuide).
  • Get multiple quotes. Reported national averages cluster around $3,250, but local fabricator pricing varies with slab source and labor rates — comparing two or three bids shows where your project actually lands.

Prices vary by region, granite grade, and project complexity, so treat the figures above as a planning budget. Confirm what’s included in any quote (removal, cutouts, delivery, sealing) before comparing bids.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do granite countertops cost on average?
The national average is $3,250, with most homeowners paying $2,000 to $4,500 for a full kitchen installation (Angi, Bob Vila).
What is the average cost per square foot for granite countertops installed?
Installed granite averages $80 to $150 per square foot, ranging from $50/sq ft for low-grade slabs up to $250+/sq ft for exotic, high-grade colors (HomeGuide).
How much does raw granite slab material cost per square foot?
Material alone (before labor) runs $30 to $60 per square foot for common colors, and $70 to $100+ per square foot for rare stones like Blue Louise or Crema Bordeaux (Angi, Bob Vila).
How much does labor cost to install granite countertops?
Fabrication and installation labor runs $10 to $50 per square foot (HomeGuide), or $35 to $85 per hour if billed hourly (Angi, Bob Vila).
Does removing an old countertop cost extra?
Yes. Removing and disposing of an existing countertop typically adds $4 to $14 per square foot, depending on the material (Angi, HomeGuide).
What's the cheapest type of granite?
Common, widely available colors like Ubatuba sit at the low end of pricing, around $30 to $60 per square foot for material, versus $70 to $100+ per square foot for rare colors (Angi).

Sources

Figures synthesized and cross-checked across these sources (retrieved 2026-07-24):

  • Angi — Normal range for the U.S.: $2,000-$4,000. Average: $3,250. Low end: $500. High end: $9,000. Granite slab costs $40-$60 per sq ft on average, up to $100/sq ft for rare types. Average size kitchen (24x180): $1,900-$3,300. Small counter (24x72): $750-$1,400. Kitchen island (36x78): $1,000-$2,100. Bar top (16x36): $300-$600. By type per sq ft: Ubatuba $30-$60, Absolute Black $45-$60, Black Galaxy $50-$70, Blue Louise $70-$100, Crema Bordeaux $80. Labor $35 per sq ft or $35-$85/hour DIY. Removal $4-$7/sq ft. Honed finish +$10-$20/sq ft. Leathered finish +$15-$25/sq ft. Edge upgrades $10-$40 per linear foot. Slab delivery $150-$200. Sink cut-out $100. Cooktop cut-out $200 each. Sealing $100+. Warranty $300+.
  • HomeGuide — $80-$150 cost per square foot installed on average (as low as $50, as high as $250+). $2,400-$6,000 average total cost installed (30-40 sq ft, average kitchen). Small kitchen (20-30 sq ft): $1,600-$4,500. Large kitchen (40-60+ sq ft): $3,200-$9,000+. By level installed: Level 1 low-grade $50-$80/sq ft, Level 2 mid-grade $80-$150/sq ft, Level 3+ exotic $150-$250/sq ft. Material only: $40-$100 per sq ft. Slab delivery $150-$200+ each. Labor to fabricate & install $10-$50 per sq ft. Removing existing counters $7-$14 per sq ft. Sink or cooktop cut-out $100-$300 each. Sealing $200-$350 per treatment. Warranty $300-$500+.
  • Bob Vila — Typical cost ranges from $2,000 to $4,500, with the national average at $3,250 (citing HomeAdvisor and Angi). Granite slabs cost $40-$60 per sq ft; higher-quality granite with rare stones can be $75-$100+ per sq ft. Labor runs $35-$85 an hour. Honed texture adds $10-$20 per sq ft; leathered texture adds $15-$25 per sq ft; polished is standard with no added cost.

Angi and Bob Vila both report the same underlying national average ($3,250) and a similar typical total-project range ($2,000-$4,000 per Angi; $2,000-$4,500 per Bob Vila), with Angi's full extremes running $500 (small project) to $9,000 (large, high-end kitchen). HomeGuide reports the same story on a per-square-foot-installed basis ($80-$150/sq ft average, $50-$250+/sq ft full range) and, converted to typical kitchen sizes (20-60+ sq ft), lands in the same $1,600-$9,000+ band. national_average_usd and range_low/high_usd use the total-project figures shared by Angi and Bob Vila; project_low/high_usd use Angi's full low-to-high extremes. by_type uses HomeGuide's per-square-foot-installed pricing by granite grade, which is the most detailed breakdown found. Figures generally include slab material, fabrication, and standard installation; removal of old countertops, sink/cooktop cutouts, edge upgrades, delivery, and sealing are commonly quoted as separate add-ons.