NCCI · 18 states

Workers comp rates for code 5478: Floor Covering Installation

NCCI class code 5478 covers Floor Covering Installation in the construction industry. The median rate across 18 states is $2.08 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $0.590 in Utah to $4.34 in Illinois.

Also known as: Flooring contractor · Carpet installation

Cheapest 5 states for code 5478

  1. Utah $0.590
  2. Kansas $0.910
  3. Virginia $1.10
  4. Tennessee $1.29
  5. Kentucky $1.30

Most expensive 5 states

  1. Illinois $4.34
  2. Minnesota $3.18
  3. Nevada $2.59
  4. Louisiana $2.36
  5. Rhode Island $2.32

Code 5478 rates in all 18 states

State Code Rate per $100 vs peers Source
Utah 5478 $0.590 6% view
Kansas 5478 $0.910 11% view
Virginia 5478 $1.10 17% view
Tennessee 5478 $1.29 22% view
Kentucky 5478 $1.30 28% view
Hawaii 5478 $1.38 33% view
Indiana 5478 $1.59 39% view
Maryland 5478 $1.81 44% view
Oregon 5478 $1.88 50% view
Oklahoma 5478 $2.08 56% view
Alabama 5478 $2.14 61% view
Arkansas 5478 $2.20 67% view
Alaska 5478 $2.24 72% view
Rhode Island 5478 $2.32 78% view
Louisiana 5478 $2.36 83% view
Nevada 5478 $2.59 89% view
Minnesota 5478 $3.18 94% view
Illinois 5478 $4.34 100% view

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FAQs about NCCI 5478

What occupation is NCCI class code 5478?

Class code 5478 is "Floor Covering Installation" (also known as Flooring contractor, Carpet installation), in the construction industry. The code is filed in 18 states.

What is the average workers comp rate for code 5478?

The median rate across 18 states is $2.08 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.590 (Utah) to $4.34 (Illinois).

Why does code 5478 cost more in some states than others?

Workers comp rates reflect each state's loss experience for that occupation, the rating bureau's methodology (NCCI vs. independent), schedule rating credits, and the state's medical-cost inflation. Some states are monopolistic (only the state fund writes coverage) while others are open competitive markets.