Basic
$1.23 – $2.95 per sq ft
Loose-fill fiberglass blown over the attic floor to an R-49 settled depth of about 16-18 in., eave baffles and depth markers set
Supply and install insulation to about R-49/R-50 in an attic (blown fiberglass/cellulose ~16-18 in., or thick batts), per sq ft; old insulation removal and air sealing extra.
R50 Insulation in Newark, New Jersey typically costs $1.44 to $3.47 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 Newark are 18.0% higher than the national average for r50 insulation.
National average: $1.25 – $3 per sq ft
$1.23 – $2.95 per sq ft
Loose-fill fiberglass blown over the attic floor to an R-49 settled depth of about 16-18 in., eave baffles and depth markers set
$1.44 – $3.47 per sq ft
Blown fiberglass to R-49 with foam baffles at the eave bays, hatch dam, clearance kept around flues and lights
$1.80 – $4.34 per sq ft
Blown cellulose to R-50 with settling allowance, baffles at every eave bay, hatch dam with an insulated hatch cover, depth markers
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.63 – $1.49 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.54 – $1.32 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.17 – $0.40 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.11 – $0.26 | sq ft |
Labor costs in Newark run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local r50 insulation contractors in Newark for personalized quotes based on your specific project.