Home project costs in Arizona
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Arizona wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Arizona is number 17 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 100.7, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 95.4, rank 43. The state has 3,239,430 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 1 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 37 below. The highest against the national midpoint are French drain (+1%), concrete driveway (−1%) and concrete patio (−1%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−10%), metal roof (−10%) and roof replacement (−9%).
Weather across the 6 metros we cover: January average lows of 18 to 48°F, July average highs of 82 to 109°F and 3 to 21 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Arizona
How the metros in Arizona compare
Inside Arizona, Phoenix is the priciest of the 6 metros we cover at −3% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Lake Havasu City the cheapest at −9%. That is a gap of 5.2 percentage points between the two. Part of that gap is wages and part is materials, so check the individual city pages for the job you have in mind.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | 2,375,760 | 103.3 | 95.0 | −3% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 | 100.3 | 96.2 | −5% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 | 98.3 | 96.2 | −5% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 | 96.9 | 96.2 | −7% |
| Yuma, AZ | 68,880 | 92.7 | 96.2 | −8% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 | 94.1 | 96.2 | −9% |
What trades earn in Arizona
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $19.04 | $22.40 | $24.82 | $22.66 | 0.99 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.02 | $28.17 | $33.57 | $29.12 | 0.97 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $24.62 | $29.14 | $31.43 | $28.78 | 1.01 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.84 | $29.84 | $38.27 | $30.67 | 0.97 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $23.76 | $28.32 | $31.43 | $27.41 | 1.03 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.25 | $29.36 | $37.05 | $30.38 | 0.97 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $20.66 | $25.00 | $30.39 | $26.77 | 0.93 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $19.16 | $22.76 | $28.43 | $26.65 | 0.85 |
Concrete & paving in Arizona
The 7 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Arizona, from −3% (asphalt driveway) to −1% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Arizona | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,100 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Arizona | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,150 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Arizona | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Arizona | 1,000 sq ft | $2,450 – $9,950 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Arizona | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Arizona | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Arizona | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,850 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Arizona
The 2 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Arizona, from −4% (wood deck) to −4% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Arizona | 300 sq ft | $7,250 – $14,600 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Arizona | 300 sq ft | $11,600 – $23,300 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Arizona
Across these 2 projects, Arizona averages −4% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −4% and home addition lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Arizona | 576 sq ft | $27,900 – $55,900 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Arizona | 300 sq ft | $36,200 – $73,400 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Arizona
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Arizona, from −4% (front door) to −4% (patio door).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Arizona | 1 door | $670 – $3,550 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Arizona | 1 door | $340 – $910 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Arizona | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Arizona | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Arizona | 1 door | $580 – $5,800 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Arizona
The 4 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Arizona, from −5% (aluminum fence) to −3% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Arizona | 150 linear ft | $2,950 – $7,350 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Arizona | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Arizona | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,000 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Arizona | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Arizona
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Arizona, from −10% (metal roof) to −4% (vinyl siding).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Arizona | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,450 – $11,400 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Arizona | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,950 – $29,500 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Arizona | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Arizona | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,050 – $24,100 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Arizona | 1,000 sq ft | $920 – $3,750 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Arizona
Across these 5 projects, Arizona averages −4% against national midpoints. Kitchen cabinets is highest at −3% and kitchen backsplash lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Arizona | 25 linear ft | $4,100 – $13,500 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Arizona | 1 pan | $890 – $2,700 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Arizona | 120 sq ft | $17,700 – $30,100 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Arizona | 45 sq ft | $4,500 – $22,200 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Arizona | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Arizona
Across these 5 projects, Arizona averages −2% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at +1% and retaining wall lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Arizona | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Arizona | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,800 – $13,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Arizona | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Arizona | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,900 – $9,700 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Arizona | 450 sq ft | $35,100 – $109,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Arizona
The 3 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Arizona, from −10% (laminate flooring) to −5% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Arizona range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Arizona | 500 sq ft | $5,150 – $11,700 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Arizona | 500 sq ft | $1,750 – $6,300 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Arizona | 200 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,500 | $6,200 |