Home project costs in Fresno, CA
Every project we cover, priced for the Fresno metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Fresno area is 102.2 against 100 for the US, which puts Fresno 50th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 105.2. BLS counts roughly 476,890 jobs here.
In Fresno, 37 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below, and 1 is level with it. The biggest premiums are asphalt driveway (+18%), French drain (+17%) and gravel driveway (+14%); the lowest are laminate flooring (level), shower pan (+1%) and kitchen backsplash (+2%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Fresno Yosemite Intl Ap, 4 miles away) shows a January average low of 41°F, a July average high of 98°F and 11 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are January through May and October through November; for exterior installation, they are October through May.
What local trades earn in Fresno
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.16 | $26.50 | $36.70 | $22.66 | 1.17 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.62 | $30.52 | $39.23 | $29.12 | 1.05 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $29.55 | $37.65 | $59.69 | $28.78 | 1.31 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $24.66 | $30.96 | $44.86 | $30.67 | 1.01 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.89 | $27.70 | $35.00 | $27.41 | 1.01 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.48 | $34.48 | $45.69 | $30.38 | 1.13 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $22.41 | $26.11 | $31.65 | $26.77 | 0.98 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $28.20 | $30.00 | $31.06 | $26.65 | 1.13 |
Concrete & paving in Fresno
Across these 7 projects, Fresno averages +10% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at +18% and concrete slab lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Fresno | 400 sq ft | $2,600 – $5,550 | +7% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Fresno | 600 sq ft | $3,950 – $9,950 | +8% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Fresno | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $8,800 | +18% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Fresno | 1,000 sq ft | $2,850 – $11,700 | +14% |
| Paver patio cost in Fresno | 300 sq ft | $3,300 – $5,950 | +10% |
| Concrete patio cost in Fresno | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,300 | +7% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Fresno | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,500 | +7% |
Decks & outdoor in Fresno
Across these 2 projects, Fresno averages +6% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +6% and wood deck lowest at +6%.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Fresno | 300 sq ft | $8,000 – $16,100 | +6% |
| Composite deck cost in Fresno | 300 sq ft | $12,800 – $25,700 | +6% |
Building & additions in Fresno
The 2 jobs here average +6% versus the US in Fresno, from +6% (home addition) to +7% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Fresno | 576 sq ft | $30,900 – $62,000 | +7% |
| Home addition cost in Fresno | 300 sq ft | $40,100 – $81,200 | +6% |
Doors & windows in Fresno
Across these 5 projects, Fresno averages +5% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at +5% and storm door lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Fresno | 1 door | $740 – $3,900 | +5% |
| Storm door cost in Fresno | 1 door | $370 – $1,000 | +5% |
| Front door cost in Fresno | 1 door | $520 – $2,650 | +5% |
| Window replacement cost in Fresno | 10 windows | $4,750 – $15,800 | +5% |
| Patio door cost in Fresno | 1 door | $630 – $6,300 | +5% |
Fencing in Fresno
Across these 4 projects, Fresno averages +8% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +9% and vinyl fence lowest at +6%.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Fresno | 150 linear ft | $3,250 – $8,200 | +7% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Fresno | 150 linear ft | $4,800 – $9,750 | +6% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Fresno | 150 linear ft | $1,650 – $6,750 | +9% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Fresno | 150 linear ft | $4,100 – $12,300 | +8% |
Roofing & exterior in Fresno
Across these 5 projects, Fresno averages +8% against national midpoints. Metal roof is highest at +10% and attic insulation lowest at +4%.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Fresno | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,750 – $13,700 | +10% |
| Metal roof cost in Fresno | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,400 – $35,600 | +10% |
| Gutters cost in Fresno | 160 linear ft | $1,400 – $4,600 | +9% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Fresno | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,050 – $27,100 | +8% |
| Attic insulation cost in Fresno | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +4% |
Kitchen & bath in Fresno
The 5 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Fresno, from +1% (shower pan) to +5% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Fresno | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,700 | +5% |
| Shower pan cost in Fresno | 1 pan | $930 – $2,850 | +1% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Fresno | 120 sq ft | $19,400 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Fresno | 45 sq ft | $4,900 – $24,200 | +4% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Fresno | 30 sq ft | $310 – $1,550 | +2% |
Landscaping & drainage in Fresno
The 5 jobs here average +11% versus the US in Fresno, from +6% (sod installation) to +17% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Fresno | 60 linear ft | $700 – $2,450 | +17% |
| Retaining wall cost in Fresno | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,900 – $14,700 | +10% |
| Sod installation cost in Fresno | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,500 | +6% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Fresno | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,400 – $10,900 | +9% |
| Inground pool cost in Fresno | 450 sq ft | $40,500 – $126,500 | +12% |
Flooring & interior in Fresno
Across these 3 projects, Fresno averages +2% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at +3% and laminate flooring lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Fresno range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Fresno | 500 sq ft | $5,700 – $12,900 | +3% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Fresno | 500 sq ft | $2,000 – $7,050 | level |
| Tile flooring cost in Fresno | 200 sq ft | $2,450 – $10,400 | +3% |
Fresno against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Fresno prices +7% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and 1 lower. Visalia is the lowest at +5% (65 miles) and San Jose the highest at +23% (95 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno, CAthis page | 102.2 | 105.2 | +7% | |
| Merced, CA | 60 miles | 98.3 | 105.2 | +9% |
| Visalia, CA | 65 miles | 99.8 | 105.2 | +5% |
| Modesto, CA | 85 miles | 104.1 | 105.2 | +12% |
| San Jose, CA | 95 miles | 110.4 | 105.2 | +23% |
| Salinas, CA | 100 miles | 109.0 | 105.2 | +11% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 110 miles | 108.6 | 105.2 | +12% |