Basic
$6.88 – $14 per sq ft
Character-grade prefinished solid hickory in 3-1/4 in. strips with knots and short lengths, nailed over underlayment

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Supply and install solid or engineered hickory hardwood flooring over a prepared subfloor, per sq ft, materials and labor.
Hickory Flooring in New York, New York typically costs $8.09 to $16 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in New York are 18.0% higher than the national average for hickory flooring.
National average: $7 – $14 per sq ft
$6.88 – $14 per sq ft
Character-grade prefinished solid hickory in 3-1/4 in. strips with knots and short lengths, nailed over underlayment
$8.09 – $16 per sq ft
Prefinished solid hickory in 5 in. planks with natural color variation, nailed over underlayment
$10 – $20 per sq ft
Prefinished solid hickory in 6-7 in. wide planks, longer lengths, wire-brushed surface with low-sheen finish, nailed over underlayment
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $3.47 – $6.93 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $3.09 – $6.17 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.92 – $1.85 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.62 – $1.23 | sq ft |
Hickory hardwood plank flooring with varied grain and warm color
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Find a pro to do thisSee how hickory flooring looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
New York splits into two dominant looks: pre-war classic, with high ceilings, crown molding, herringbone floors and traditional detail, and downtown contemporary, with open loft plans, industrial windows, pale oak and minimal trim. Renovations usually pick one and commit.
Work by New York designers first, then the styles New York draws from.
Contemporary bathroom
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Art Deco living room
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Art Deco living room
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Minimalist living room
Photo: Sara Mosele Interiors · Profile
Maximalist dining room
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Traditional living room
Photo: Emora Design Studio · Profile
Traditional interior
Photo: Jo Lyle & Co. · Profile
Traditional bathroom
Photo: Jennifer Taylor Design · Profile
Traditional bathroom
Photo: Studio Catherine Rose · Profile
Labor costs in New York run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local hickory flooring contractors in New York for personalized quotes based on your specific project.