Basic
$32 – $87 per sq ft
Flat smooth 3x6 in. copper tiles in a bright natural finish, adhered to the wall, simple copper edge trim, outlet cutouts
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How Much Does Copper Backsplash Cost in Memphis, Tennessee?
Solid copper sheet or copper tile kitchen backsplash installed with trim and outlet cutouts, per sq ft.
Copper Backsplash in Memphis, Tennessee typically costs $37 to $102 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Copper Backsplash in Memphis, Tennessee
$37 – $102
per sq ftPrices in Memphis are 8.0% lower than the national average for copper backsplash.
National average: $40 – $110 per sq ft
What you get at each price level
Standard
$37 – $102 per sq ft
Evenly brushed 3x6 in. copper tiles, clear-lacquered, matching edge trim, outlet cutouts
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$46 – $128 per sq ft
Hand-hammered 3x6 in. copper tiles with an antique patina finish, sealed, mitered copper trim at edges and outlets
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Cost Breakdown in Memphis
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $17 – $48 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $12 – $33 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $4.61 – $13 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $3.07 – $8.45 | sq ft |
Prices adjusted for Memphis local market conditions.
Design styles
See how copper backsplash looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
Memphis style: Southern traditional
Memphis interiors favor Southern traditional with a generous, layered feel: antiques, warm wood, patterned fabric and a mix of periods. Renovations in historic neighbourhoods keep the original character.
Photos of the styles Memphis draws from.
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Traditional kitchen
Photo: Cabana Home · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Cielo Home · Profile
Traditional kitchen: Kitchen 2
Photo: David Heide Design Studio · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Debra Butler Design Studio · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Designs Unlimited · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Dogwood Proper · Profile
Traditional kitchen: Elevated Classic Kitchen
Photo: Flemming Interiors · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Jennifer Taylor Design · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Maggie Morton Design Studio · Profile
Cost Factors in Memphis, Tennessee
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($18.00-$49.50 per square foot)
- Labor ($14.00-$38.50 per square foot)
- Supplies & Other ($4.80-$13.20 per square foot)
- Equipment & Disposal ($3.20-$8.80 per square foot)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costs4.0% below avg
Labor costs13.0% below avg
Material costs in Memphis run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Copper Backsplash Kitchen: Looks, Cost, and Care - DG Floors, DG Floors, 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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