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Backsplash Installation cost
Installing a kitchen backsplash averages $1,000 nationally, with most projects between $500 and $1,500, according to Fixr's cost guide (updated August 29, 2025). Atlanta prices track the national average closely: Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value 2025 puts a minor kitchen remodel, midrange at $28,359 in Atlanta against $28,458 nationally, about 0.3% lower.
Backsplash installation cost by size
| Size (Sq. Ft.) | Average Backsplash Cost (Installed) |
|---|---|
| 8 | $200 |
| 10 | $250 |
| 15 | $375 |
| 20 | $500 |
| 25 | $625 |
| 30 | $750 |
| 35 | $875 |
| 40 | $1,000 |
Source: Fixr, Backsplash Installation cost guide (updated August 29, 2025).
Backsplash cost by material
| Type of Material | Cost Per Sq. Ft. | Installation Total (40 Sq. Ft.) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalkboard paint | $5–$10 | $200–$400 |
| Wallpaper | $5–$10 | $200–$400 |
| Aluminum | $8–$20 | $300–$800 |
| Brick | $10–$40 | $400–$1,600 |
| Ceramic tile | $12–$30 | $500–$1,200 |
| Travertine | $13–$40 | $560–$1,600 |
| Porcelain tile | $13–$35 | $560–$1,400 |
| Quartz | $15–$75 | $600–$3,000 |
Source: Fixr, Backsplash Installation cost guide (updated August 29, 2025).
(Note: Prices are for reference only, not what your project will cost.)
Labor vs. materials
Labor can account for anywhere between 30% and 70% of your total backsplash installation costs, or $300 to $700 on average.
What drives the price
- Backsplash material and size
- Outlets, vent hoods, corners, and windows to cut around
- Patterns beyond straight-set add 10% to 20%
- Slab vs. tile; running it to the ceiling
- Haul-away of old backsplash ($100 to $400)
How long it takes
Most backsplashes install within a few hours; tiled backsplashes need at least two days for drying and grouting.
Permits in metro Atlanta
Building permits generally aren't needed for a backsplash alone; an electrical permit for new GFCI outlets or under-cabinet lighting costs between $50 and $150. In metro Atlanta, the city issues permits inside city limits and the county handles unincorporated addresses, and each sets its own rules. See permits by city. A licensed remodeler should pull the permit, not you.
Common questions
How much does backsplash installation cost?
Installing a kitchen backsplash averages $1,000 nationally, with most projects between $500 and $1,500, according to Fixr's cost guide. Atlanta prices track the national average closely: Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value 2025 puts a minor kitchen remodel, midrange at $28,359 in Atlanta against $28,458 nationally, about 0.3% lower.
Do I need a permit for backsplash installation in Atlanta?
Building permits generally aren't needed for a backsplash alone; an electrical permit for new GFCI outlets or under-cabinet lighting costs between $50 and $150. Rules depend on your city: work that touches plumbing, electrical, walls or the layout usually needs one, and cosmetic work usually doesn't. Check permits by city; a licensed remodeler pulls them for you.
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