Basic
$16 – $41 per sq ft
Standard-grade solid-color laminate on particleboard, square self-edge, 4 in. backsplash, sink cutout
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How Much Does Formica Countertop Cost in Des Moines, Iowa?
Supply and install a Formica/laminate countertop (template, cut, edge band, adhere, sink cutout) per sq ft of counter; removal of old top and plumbing extra.
Formica Countertop in Des Moines, Iowa typically costs $19 to $48 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Formica Countertop in Des Moines, Iowa
$19 – $48
per sq ftPrices in Des Moines are 3.0% lower than the national average for formica countertop.
National average: $20 – $50 per sq ft
What you get at each price level
Standard
$19 – $48 per sq ft
Stone-look laminate on moisture-resistant core, beveled edge, 4 in. matching backsplash, sink cutout
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$24 – $60 per sq ft
High-definition stone-look laminate with matte texture on moisture-resistant core, profiled edge, tight seams, 4 in. backsplash, sink cutout
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Cost Breakdown in Des Moines
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $8.46 – $21 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $7 – $18 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $2.26 – $5.64 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.50 – $3.76 | sq ft |
Prices adjusted for Des Moines local market conditions.
Formica Countertop photo examples
Dark slate-look laminate countertops in a kitchen with wood cabinets
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Find a pro to do thisGreen marble-pattern laminate countertop with a square edge
Photo: Jud McCranie · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Source
Find a pro to do thisWhite marble-pattern laminate countertop sample surface
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Design styles
See how formica countertop looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
Miami style: Miami Modern / Tropical Modern, with an Art Deco revival streak
Miami mixes three local traditions: 1930s Tropical Deco, the 1950s Miami Modern (MiMo) of Morris Lapidus, and today's tropical modern, where clean geometry meets deep overhangs, glass and lush planting. Interiors stay cool and open to the outside, with terrazzo, white plaster, bold color accents and glossy finishes.
Work by Miami designers first, then the styles Miami draws from.
Built fromArt Deco
Contemporary kitchen
Photo: 2112 Design Studio · Profile
Contemporary kitchen
Photo: BEA Interiors Design
Modern kitchen
Photo: AAHA Studio · Profile
Modern kitchen
Photo: Alexandra Peck Design · Profile
Modern kitchen
Photo: Debra Butler Design Studio · Profile
Modern kitchen
Photo: Dorling Design Studio · Profile
Modern kitchen: Colorado Springs Historic Kitchen Remodel
Photo: E+E Design Consulting · Profile
Modern kitchen
Photo: Emily Roose Interiors · Profile
Modern kitchen
Photo: Guimar Urbina Interiors · Profile
Cost Factors in Des Moines, Iowa
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($9.00-$22.50 per square foot)
- Labor ($7.00-$17.50 per square foot)
- Supplies & Other ($2.40-$6.00 per square foot)
- Equipment & Disposal ($1.60-$4.00 per square foot)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costs6.0% below avg
Labor costsAt national average
Labor costs in Des Moines run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Laminate Vs Formica Countertops? Prices, Installation Cost - Flooring Clarity, Flooring Clarity, retrieved Nov 2026
- Buyer's Guide: Laminate Countertops | Formica Group, Formica Group, retrieved Nov 2026
- Construction wages by metro and rural area, used for the labor adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- Regional price parities for goods, used for the materials adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024
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