About this calculator
Unit rate from a total price, for comparing quotes, checking your own numbers against past jobs, or quoting by area.
How it’s calculated
Rate = total ÷ area.
Worked example
With these inputs:
- Total price
- $12500
- Area
- 500 sq ft
the result is:
- Price per sq ft
- $25.00
- Per m²
- $269.10
- Per sq yd
- $225.00
Tips from the trade
- Unit rates hide a lot. Small jobs carry higher rates because setup costs don’t shrink.
Results are estimates for planning and pricing. Check quantities against your drawings, the manufacturer’s data and local building codes before ordering.