Stone & Countertops Price Index
Price trends, forecasts, and supply data for quartz, granite, marble, solid surface, and decorative stone.
Product pricing by subcategory
Commercial and retail price ranges tracked from major distributors. Updated weekly.
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marble | $21 | $95 | $38 |
| Granite | $27 | $110 | $67 |
| Soapstone | $39 | $83 | $42 |
| Quartzite | $79 | $100 | $94 |
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quartz | $21 | $97 | $56 |
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid Surface | $45 | $54 | $48 |
Prices last updated Mar 24, 2026. Commercial = contractor/trade pricing (typically 25-30% below retail).
Understanding Stone & Countertops Prices in Construction
Stone and countertop materials represent a high-value finish category where specification decisions dramatically impact budget. Quartz engineered stone has become the dominant countertop material, surpassing natural granite as the most popular countertop material, driven by consistency, lower maintenance, and competitive installed pricing. The category also includes marble, quartzite, soapstone, solid surface, and laminate options.
Countertop pricing depends heavily on material selection, edge profiles, cutout complexity, and installation logistics. Installed costs range from $15-30/sq ft for laminate to $50-120/sq ft for quartz and granite, and $100-300+ for premium marble and quartzite. Material costs are typically 40-60% of installed pricing.
Key Pricing Drivers
- Quartz engineered stone slab costs, influenced by resin and mineral input prices
- Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-manufactured quartz slabs (the largest import source)
- Natural stone quarrying costs and international shipping from Italy, Brazil, India
- Residential kitchen and bath remodeling activity as the dominant demand driver
- Fabrication labor costs and CNC equipment investment by local fabricators
- Design trends affecting demand for specific materials (waterfall edges, book-matched slabs)
Stone & Countertops scorecard
Current direction, confidence, year-over-year change, and volatility.
Supply Chain & Seasonal Context
Quartz countertop slabs are manufactured by companies including Caesarstone, Cambria (the only major U.S. manufacturer), Silestone (Cosentino), and numerous Chinese producers. Chinese quartz imports face significant tariffs but still represent a major supply source due to price competitiveness. Cambria has expanded domestic production capacity but cannot meet total U.S. demand alone.
Natural stone is quarried globally, with Italy, Brazil, India, Spain, and Turkey as major sources. Lead times for in-stock quartz colors are typically 1-2 weeks from slab selection to fabrication. Custom or exotic natural stone slabs may require 4-12 weeks for sourcing, particularly for full-slab book-matching or unusual material selections.
Countertop demand follows remodeling cycles, peaking in spring and fall. Material pricing is relatively stable seasonally, though fabrication capacity tightens during peak demand periods. Tariff changes and trade policy announcements cause the most significant price discontinuities.
Stone & Countertops supply chain risk assessment
Current risk factors affecting stone & countertops availability and lead times.
Related Categories
For details on how we calculate these forecasts, see our methodology. View all categories on the Price Index overview.
Frequently asked questions
Chinese quartz slabs face Section 301 tariffs plus antidumping and countervailing duties that can total 50%+ on some producers. These duties have influenced the price gap between Chinese imports and premium brands like Cambria and Caesarstone. Many importers have diversified sourcing to Vietnam and India.
Mid-range quartz and granite are similarly priced at $50-80/sq ft installed. Quartz offers more consistent pricing because it is a manufactured product. Granite pricing varies more by slab due to natural variation in quality and pattern. The choice often comes down to aesthetic preference rather than cost.
Material rarity, quarry location, transportation distance, and fabrication difficulty all contribute. Italian marble costs more than Indian granite primarily due to quarrying costs and transportation. Quartzite is expensive because it is extremely hard and slow to fabricate, increasing labor costs significantly.
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