Carpet (per sq ft)
$2.50
Estimated value as of 2026 · Average of material-only prices from multiple 2026 sources like Angi ($1-$5 nylon/polyester), DGFloors ($3.50), HomeGuide ($1-$5), Modernize ($1-$10 budget/midrange)
Carpet as a building material, typically synthetic like nylon or polyester, sold per square foot for residential flooring.
Fun fact Nylon is the most popular choice for its balance of cost ($2-$5/sq ft) and durability in high-traffic areas[1][6].
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