Budget planning guide

Tile Installation cost in Boston, MA

A transparent starter-scope range for homeowners planning tile installation in Boston, MA. Review the assumptions, then use the project estimator for your own scope.

Starter-scope range

$4,500$6,350

Planning midpoint: $5,290

The planning model applies a higher regional cost factor for this market.

What the model includes

Starter scope and assumptions

Adjust quantities for your project

Tile Material

200 sq ft × $9.8

$1,960

Thinset Mortar & Grout

1 lump sum × $252

$250

Labor (install & grout)

200 sq ft × $11.2

$2,240

Backer Board & Prep

200 sq ft × $4.2

$840

This is a budgeting example based on a defined starter scope, not a quote or a live survey of local bids. Actual pricing depends on measurements, site conditions, material choices, permits, contractor availability, and the final scope.