The two most common cubicle sizes are 6'x6' and 8'x8'. On a floor plan they look similar. In practice, the choice changes how many people fit on your floor, how much each station costs, and how comfortable people are at the end of a long day. This guide walks through the 6x6 vs 8x8 cubicle decision with real numbers.
The size difference in plain numbers
| Measure | 6'x6' cubicle | 8'x8' cubicle |
|---|---|---|
| Footprint per station | 36 sq ft | 64 sq ft |
| Extra area vs 6x6 | None | 28 sq ft, nearly 78% more |
| Footprint for 10 stations | 360 sq ft | 640 sq ft |
| Footprint for 50 stations | 1,800 sq ft | 3,200 sq ft |
| Typical work surface | L-shape for one or two monitors | Larger L or U-shape with room for a guest chair or layout space |
These figures are the station footprint only. Aisles, entries and clearances add to both, and building codes and your landlord may set minimum aisle widths. A space plan will show your true usable count.
When a 6x6 cubicle is the right call
- Screen-based roles. Customer service, inside sales, support and data entry rarely need more surface than a 6x6 provides.
- High headcount on limited square footage. If rent is the constraint, 6x6 stations let you seat more people on the same floor.
- Hybrid and hoteling setups. Shared desks do not need personal storage for every employee.
- Tight timelines and budgets. Smaller stations use fewer components and are quicker to install.
When an 8x8 cubicle earns its space
- Paper-heavy or reference-heavy work. Accounting, legal support, engineering and design often spread out documents or drawings.
- Managers and team leads. A guest chair inside the station allows quick one-on-one conversations without booking a room.
- More storage per person. Larger stations fit more overhead and pedestal storage.
- Long-tenure seats. People who sit at one desk all day, every day, tend to value the extra room.
How size changes your headcount
Suppose you have 2,000 square feet available for workstations after subtracting aisles and circulation. Divide by the footprint of each size to see the ceiling:
- 6x6 stations: 2,000 divided by 36 is about 55 stations.
- 8x8 stations: 2,000 divided by 64 is about 31 stations.
That is roughly 24 fewer seats on the same floor. Real layouts land below both numbers once columns, doors and shared panels are accounted for, but the ratio holds. If you expect to hire, the 6x6 plan buys you growth room without signing for more space. If headcount is stable and the space is generous, 8x8 stations turn that extra floor into daily comfort.
Shared panels also matter. Stations arranged in pods of two or four share side panels, which lowers component counts compared with freestanding stations of the same size.
6x6 cubicle pricing across three tiers
Office Station publishes 6'x6' workstation prices so you can budget before you call. These are furniture-only prices and exclude electrical, delivery and professional installation.
| Tier | 6'x6' price per station | Typical lead time | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liquidation-grade | $615 | As little as 72 hours, in stock | Pre-owned stations sold with a condition grade |
| Remanufactured | $1,245 | Usually 7 to 14 days | Pre-owned components refreshed for a more uniform look |
| New | $1,920 | 4 to 6 weeks | New product |
Average market rate Prices subject to availability and project pricing.
8'x8' stations use more panel, work surface and hardware, so they cost more per station than a 6x6 in the same tier. Rather than guess, build your exact size and count in the quote builder.
Open the cubicle quote builder
Example budget: 24 remanufactured 6x6 stations
Here is how the published numbers combine for a mid-size Greater Phoenix project. Your quote will reflect your actual configuration.
- Furniture: 24 stations at $1,245 = $29,880.
- Volume pricing at 20 or more stations, 5% off: minus $1,494, for $28,386.
- Installation: 24 stations at $95 = $2,280.
- Delivery, central Greater Phoenix zone: $195.
- Estimated total before electrical and taxes: $30,861.
Volume pricing steps up to 8% at 50 or more stations and 12% at 100 or more. Delivery in the wider Phoenix metro is $295. Outside Greater Phoenix, freight is quoted per project.
Checklist before you order
- Measure the usable floor area and mark columns, doors and windows.
- Confirm required aisle widths with your landlord or building management.
- Locate power and data feeds. Electrical work is separate from furniture pricing.
- Decide panel heights for each team, since taller panels help with noise and privacy.
- Count monitors per person to confirm a 6x6 surface is enough.
- Plan for growth: a few spare stations now can cost less than a second order later.
Buying in the Phoenix area? See local delivery details on the Phoenix used cubicles page. For the full product range, visit used cubicles, and if you are clearing out old stations first, the liquidation estimator can show whether your current furniture might offset the cost of removal.
Frequently asked questions
How much bigger is an 8x8 cubicle than a 6x6?
A 6x6 cubicle covers 36 square feet and an 8x8 covers 64 square feet. That is 28 more square feet per station, or nearly 78% more floor area. Aisles and circulation are extra in both cases.
How much does a 6x6 cubicle cost?
At Office Station, a 6'x6' workstation, furniture only, is $615 liquidation-grade, $1,245 remanufactured and $1,920 new. Prices exclude electrical, delivery and professional installation. Use the quote builder for your exact configuration.
Is a 6x6 cubicle big enough?
For most computer-based work with one or two monitors, yes. A 6x6 fits an L-shaped work surface, a task chair and some storage. Roles that spread out paper, use large drawings or meet with visitors at the desk usually benefit from 8x8.
How fast can I get cubicles?
Liquidation-grade stations can be in stock in as little as 72 hours. Remanufactured stations usually take 7 to 14 days, and new stations take 4 to 6 weeks.
Do you deliver cubicles outside Phoenix?
Greater Phoenix delivery is $195 for central zones and $295 for the wider metro. Elsewhere in the country, freight is quoted per project.
Average market rate Prices subject to availability and project pricing.
