Basic
$27 – $53 per linear ft
Solid red oak round handrail on metal wall brackets, ends returned to the wall, sanded with a clear finish

Install a solid oak stair handrail on wall brackets or between newels, including fitting, fastening and finish, per linear foot.
Oak Hand Rail in Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $31 to $63 per linear ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Washington are 5.0% higher than the national average for oak hand rail.
National average: $30 – $60 per linear ft
$27 – $53 per linear ft
Solid red oak round handrail on metal wall brackets, ends returned to the wall, sanded with a clear finish
$31 – $63 per linear ft
Solid red oak shaped-profile handrail, stained and clear-coated, satin nickel brackets, ends returned to the wall
$39 – $78 per linear ft
Solid white oak shaped-profile handrail with mitered wall returns, stained, two clear satin coats, oil-rubbed bronze brackets
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $14 – $28 | linear ft |
| Labor | labor | $11 – $22 | linear ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $3.78 – $7.56 | linear ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $2.52 – $5.04 | linear ft |
Connect with local oak hand rail contractors in Washington for personalized quotes based on your specific project.