Kitchen backsplash cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (30 sq ft)
- $290 – $1,500
- Per sq ft
- $9.80 – $50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $900
- Rank of 300 metros
- #107
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a backsplash in Medford, plan on $290 to $1,500 for 30 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $9.80 to $50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Tile and stone setters earn a median of $24.25 an hour in the Medford area, 9% below the US median of $26.77.
Estimate your kitchen backsplash cost
Pick a size, a quality level and where you live. Prices update as you type.
Estimated cost for 30 sq ft in Medford, OR, standard level
$650 to $1,150
About $22 to $38 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 38% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $390 | $710 |
| Labor | $260 | $420 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $650 | $1,150 |
Cost breakdown for 30 sq ft in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $160 | $550 | $950 | 62% |
| Labor | $140 | $340 | $550 | 38% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $290 | $890 | $1,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Medford number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: tile and stone setters at 90%, carpenters at 10%. Weighted together, Medford wages are 0.91 times the national level. Labor makes up about 38% of the midpoint estimate (42% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Medford metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 30 sq ft comes to $550, compared with $530 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.4) and land at $0 to $0.
Medford labor market for kitchen backsplash
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Medford is 0.91 times the national level.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 90%) the local median is $24.25 an hour, which is 9% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.03 and $35.07 an hour. BLS counts 50 of them working in the area, 5.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.85 an hour, which is 4% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $35.12 an hour. BLS counts 910 of them working in the area, 102.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the tile and stone setters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.07 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $140. At the 25th percentile ($21.03) it shrinks by about $40. The total moves by 15.3% or 4.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 89,060 jobs in the Medford area. That makes it the 220th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 90% | $21.03 | $24.25 | $35.07 | $26.77 | 0.91 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Medford bid
Labor and minimums
Tile labor is $8-$20 per sq ft and many installers charge minimums for small areas.
Old backsplash removal
Removing the old one adds $2-$5 per sq ft.
Part of a remodel
A backsplash often gets bundled into a kitchen remodel and priced with it.
Planning more than one job in Medford?
Because every project leans on different trades, Medford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +6% and tile flooring level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,500 | +4% |
| Tile flooring | 200 sq ft | $2,300 – $10,100 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,500 | +5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $990 – $2,950 | +6% |
Medford against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Medford. Chico is the lowest at about $890 (midpoint, 30 sq ft), 200 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $290 – $1,500 | $890 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $320 – $1,600 | $960 | +7% |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $300 – $1,500 | $900 | level |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $290 – $1,500 | $890 | level |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $320 – $1,600 | $950 | +6% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $290 – $1,500 | $890 | −1% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $320 – $1,600 | $950 | +6% |
| United States | $300 – $1,500 | $900 | +1% |
Across 300 US metros, Medford comes in at #107 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $1,150; the cheapest is Little Rock, AR at $750 (midpoints, 30 sq ft). Statewide, Medford is 6% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $330 – $1,600 | $970 | +9% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $320 – $1,600 | $950 | +6% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $320 – $1,600 | $960 | +7% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $290 – $1,500 | $890 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Medford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $270 – $1,350 | $810 | −10% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $260 – $1,350 | $800 | −11% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $270 – $1,350 | $820 | −8% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $320 – $1,550 | $950 | +6% |
Medford: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Medford wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$290 to $770
Basic ceramic subway tile
Standard
$650 to $1,150
Mid-grade tile in a pattern
Premium
$1,000 to $1,500
Slab or natural stone
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (25 sq ft) | $250 – $650 | $550 – $950 | $850 – $1,250 |
| average kitchen (30 sq ft) | $290 – $770 | $650 – $1,150 | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| full-height (50 sq ft) | $490 – $1,300 | $1,100 – $1,900 | $1,700 – $2,500 |
Get 3 local quotes
Tell us about the job and we will try to connect you with up to three local contractors for written quotes. It is free and you are under no obligation to hire. Your estimate of $650 to $1,150 for Medford, OR is attached.
A detailed PDF report of this estimate, $9
The report lays out the kitchen backsplash numbers for Medford, OR line by line, with the local wage and price inputs, permit and timing notes, a quote comparison sheet and the full method. Save your estimate above, preview page 1 free, and unlock the full report for $9 one-time, or get every report with CostLocal Pro.
Kitchen backsplash in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a backsplash in Medford?
For 30 sq ft, expect $290 to $1,500 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $650 to $1,150. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen backsplash in Medford?
About $9.80 to $50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $50.
+Is kitchen backsplash cheaper in Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 30 sq ft there is $960, which is 7% more than Medford ($890). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 38% at the midpoint, or $340 out of $890. Materials are 62% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would average kitchen (30 sq ft) cost in Medford?
$290 to $1,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen backsplash need a permit in Medford?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $0 for fees in the Medford area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for kitchen backsplash compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 6% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($950 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do tile and stone setters earn in Medford?
The BLS median is $24.25 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $26.77 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.03 to $35.07.
+What do basic and premium kitchen backsplash work cost in Medford?
For 30 sq ft, basic work runs $290 to $770 and premium work $1,000 to $1,500. Basic means: basic ceramic subway tile. Premium means: slab or natural stone.
Kitchen backsplash near Medford
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: 2026 Backsplash Installation Cost (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed price minus HomeGuide's $5-$20 per sq ft labor figure, matched low-to-low and high-to-high.