Price per Linear Foot Calculator
Calculate cost efficiency of materials sold by length and compare different options
Calculate Price per Linear Foot
Total price of the material or product
Length of the material being purchased
Price per Linear Foot Result
Example Calculation
Lumber Purchase Example
Material: 2x4 lumber board
Total cost: $100
Length: 20 feet
Calculation
Price per linear foot = Total cost ÷ Material length
Price per linear foot = $100 ÷ 20 feet
Price per linear foot = $5.00
Common Linear Materials
Length Conversions
Understanding Price per Linear Foot
What is Price per Linear Foot?
Price per linear foot is a metric that assesses the cost efficiency of materials or products by comparing their price with their length. This calculation aids buyers in understanding the value of items sold by length, offering a consistent method to compare different options.
Why is it Important?
- •Compare cost efficiency across different materials
- •Make informed purchasing decisions
- •Budget accurately for length-based materials
- •Identify the most economical option
How to Calculate
Price per Linear Foot = Total Cost ÷ Material Length
Step 1
Determine the material length in linear feet
Step 2
Find the total cost of the material
Step 3
Divide total cost by length in feet
Common Applications
Construction
Lumber, pipes, conduit, trim work, and structural materials
Textiles
Fabric, rope, ribbon, and other linear textile products
Home Improvement
Fencing, gutters, trim, and decorative materials