Lumber prices / Red Oak
Red Oak Price per Board Foot
Red oak is the workhorse American hardwood: widely available, affordable, and easy to work. Its open grain stains readily but is less water-resistant than white oak, so keep it indoors.
Typical price per board foot$4 – $7
TypeHardwood (Domestic)
Density (12% MC)44 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot3.7 lb
Janka hardness1,290 lbf
Common usesFlooring, cabinets, furniture, moldings, plywood
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $4 to $7 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $16 – $28 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $21 – $37 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $21 – $37 |
To price a full order, put $6 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does red oak cost per board foot?
- Red Oak commonly runs about $4 to $7 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does red oak weigh?
- About 3.7 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 44 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is red oak a hardwood or a softwood?
- Red Oak is a hardwood (domestic), with a Janka hardness of 1,290 lbf.