National pricing guide

Tiling Cost in Australia

Tiling prices vary across Australia. The national range runs $400–$5500, with cities like Adelaide and Hobart cheaper than the median and Sydney typically the most expensive. See your city below for specific pricing.

National range
$400–$5500
Median
$2950
Confidence
Early
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Tiling cost by city

Click your city for local pricing data, suburb breakdowns, and city-specific FAQ.

Sydney

national median

National median
Range$400–$5500
Median$2950

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Melbourne

8% below national

Range$368–$5060
Median$2714

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Brisbane

15% below national

Range$340–$4675
Median$2508

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Perth

18% below national

Range$328–$4510
Median$2419

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Adelaide

22% below national

Range$312–$4290
Median$2301

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Canberra

7% below national

Range$372–$5115
Median$2744

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Hobart

18% below national

Range$328–$4510
Median$2419

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Darwin

12% below national

Range$352–$4840
Median$2596

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Gold Coast

17% below national

Range$332–$4565
Median$2449

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Toowoomba

22% below national

Range$312–$4290
Median$2301

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Ballarat

16% below national

Range$336–$4620
Median$2478

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Bendigo

17% below national

Range$332–$4565
Median$2449

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Townsville

15% below national

Range$340–$4675
Median$2508

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Mackay

8% below national

Range$368–$5060
Median$2714

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Albury-Wodonga

20% below national

Range$320–$4400
Median$2360

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Price by type and size

National averages. Actual prices vary by city, see your city above for local pricing.

Floor tiles (standard)

Range$40–$70/sqm
Median$55/sqm

Floor tiles (large format)

Range$60–$100/sqm
Median$80/sqm

Wall tiles (bathroom)

Range$50–$90/sqm
Median$70/sqm

Tile repair (few tiles)

Range$200–$800
Median$450

Add-on pricing

Add-onCost
Waterproofing$50–80/sqm
Tile removal$30–50/sqm
Grout sealing$10–15/sqm
Tile supply$20–200/sqm

What drives price up

▲Large format tiles
▲Pattern layouts (herringbone)
▲Waterproofing required
▲Tile removal needed
▲Difficult substrate

Usually included

  • ✓Laying tiles
  • ✓Adhesive and grout
  • ✓Basic cuts
  • ✓Clean-up

Usually excluded

  • ○Tile supply
  • ○Waterproofing
  • ○Tile removal
  • ○Complex patterns
  • ○Levelling compound

Common mistakes

Comparing repair quotes without scope

$450 vs $1,800 for 4 tiles — the expensive one likely includes waterproofing and matching grout. Ask what is included.

Buying tiles yourself without measuring waste

Allow 10-15% extra for cuts and breakage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are quotes so different for the same job?

Scope differences. One includes waterproofing and tile supply, another is labour-only with your tiles.

How long does tiling take?

Bathroom floor: 1-2 days. Full bathroom: 3-5 days. Kitchen splashback: 1 day.

Related pricing guides

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Tile & Grout Cleaning

$160–$520

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Plumbing

$180–$650+

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Painting

$900–$5,500+

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