Home addition cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $39,500 – $79,900
- Per sq ft
- $130 – $260
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $57,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #79
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a home addition in Medford, plan on $39,500 to $79,900 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $130 to $260 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% higher than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $27.85 an hour in the Medford area, 4% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Medford, OR, standard level
$51,600 to $67,800
About $169 to $221 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 66% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,400 | $21,500 |
| Labor | $34,200 | $44,700 |
| Permits and fees | $960 | $1,550 |
| Total | $51,600 | $67,800 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $12,600 | $18,900 | $25,300 | 32% |
| Labor | $26,300 | $39,500 | $52,600 | 66% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,250 | $2,050 | 2% |
| Total | $39,500 | $59,700 | $79,900 | 100% |
Why Medford prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 6 trades: carpenters at 50%, cement masons and concrete finishers at 10%, electricians at 10%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 10%, drywall and ceiling tile installers at 10%, roofers at 10%. Weighted together, Medford wages are 1.03 times the national level. Labor makes up about 66% of the midpoint estimate (67% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Medford metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $18,900, compared with $18,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.4) and land at $510 to $2,050.
Medford against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Bend is the priciest of the group at $64,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $39,500 – $79,900 | $59,700 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $41,000 – $83,100 | $62,100 | +4% |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $41,700 – $84,500 | $63,100 | +6% |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $42,300 – $85,600 | $64,000 | +7% |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $41,100 – $83,200 | $62,200 | +4% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $41,500 – $84,100 | $62,800 | +5% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $43,300 – $87,700 | $65,500 | +10% |
| United States | $38,000 – $77,000 | $57,500 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Medford comes in at #79 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $79,600; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $44,300 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Medford is 9% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $46,600 – $94,300 | $70,500 | +18% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $41,100 – $83,200 | $62,200 | +4% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $41,000 – $83,100 | $62,100 | +4% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $42,300 – $85,600 | $64,000 | +7% |
Cities with a workforce like Medford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $33,200 – $67,300 | $50,200 | −16% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $33,100 – $67,000 | $50,100 | −16% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $32,900 – $66,700 | $49,800 | −17% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $43,000 – $86,900 | $64,900 | +9% |
Medford: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Medford wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$39,500 to $55,600
Bump-out or simple room without plumbing
Standard
$51,600 to $67,800
Standard room addition with HVAC and electrical
Premium
$63,700 to $79,900
Large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| bump-out (100 sq ft) | $13,500 – $19,300 | $17,800 – $23,600 | $22,200 – $28,000 |
| 20x20 room (400 sq ft) | $52,400 – $73,800 | $68,500 – $89,800 | $84,500 – $106,000 |
| large suite (600 sq ft) | $78,400 – $110,000 | $102,000 – $134,000 | $126,000 – $158,000 |
Climate in Medford: timing your home addition job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Medford Rogue Vly Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where digging, grading and setting material in the ground runs into the fewest weather problems in Medford (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Medford gets about 18 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 3 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (3.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.5 inches. The station averages about 61 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48 | 33 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 54 | 34 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 59 | 37 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 41 | 1.5 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 47 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 59 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 58 | 0.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 51 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 42 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 36 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 46 | 33 | 3.5 | Workable |
Medford labor market for home addition
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Medford is 1.03 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $27.85 an hour, which is 4% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $35.12 an hour. BLS counts 910 of them working in the area, 102.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 10%) the local median is $29.81 an hour, which is 9% above the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $26.38 and $34.90 an hour. BLS counts 120 of them working in the area, 13.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $44.43 an hour, 46% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.62 and $51.02 an hour. About 500 work in the metro. That is 56.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $37.71 an hour, which is 23% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.53 and $44.88 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 22.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $24.25 an hour, 14% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.20 and $37.67 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 9.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.01 an hour, which is 10% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.08 and $29.26 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 16.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.12 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $4,750. At the 25th percentile ($24.01) it shrinks by about $2,500. The total moves by 8.0% or 4.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 89,060 jobs in the Medford area. That makes it the 220th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 10% | $26.38 | $29.81 | $34.90 | $27.41 | 1.09 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.62 | $44.43 | $51.02 | $30.38 | 1.46 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.53 | $37.71 | $44.88 | $30.67 | 1.23 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.20 | $24.25 | $37.67 | $28.33 | 0.86 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $22.08 | $24.01 | $29.26 | $26.65 | 0.90 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
Why two Medford quotes can differ
Plumbing and fixtures
Adding a bathroom or kitchen drives the price up the most.
Permits
Construction permits run $500-$2,000, or $5-$21 per $1,000 of project cost (HomeGuide).
Foundation
A foundation, framing, roofing and matching exterior finishes all have to be built before the interior work starts.
Planning more than one job in Medford?
Because every project leans on different trades, Medford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs +5% and roof replacement −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,500 | +5% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $30,300 – $60,800 | +5% |
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,850 – $12,200 | −3% |
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Home addition in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a home addition in Medford?
For 300 sq ft, expect $39,500 to $79,900 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $51,600 to $67,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for home addition in Medford?
About $130 to $260 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $2,050 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $125 to $250.
+Is home addition cheaper in Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $62,100, which is 4% more than Medford ($59,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 66% at the midpoint, or $39,500 out of $59,700. Materials are 32% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 67%.
+What would 20x20 room (400 sq ft) cost in Medford?
$52,400 to $106,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does home addition need a permit in Medford?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $2,050 for fees in the Medford area (our national range of $500 to $2,000 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for home addition compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 9% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($65,500 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Medford?
The BLS median is $27.85 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.01 to $35.12.
+What do basic and premium home addition work cost in Medford?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $39,500 to $55,600 and premium work $63,700 to $79,900. Basic means: bump-out or simple room without plumbing. Premium means: large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation.
+When is the best time to build a home addition in Medford?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. June and September are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Home addition near Medford
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Home Addition Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = 32% of the installed price, from Cost to Renovate's mid-range 'Structural' category split (56% labor, 32% materials, 11% permits and design). It is a category average rather than an addition-specific figure.