Home project costs in Redding, CA
Every project we cover, priced for the Redding metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Redding area is 100.7 against 100 for the US, which puts Redding 69th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 105.2. BLS counts roughly 71,550 jobs here.
In Redding, 35 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 1 below, and 2 are level with it. The biggest premiums are asphalt driveway (+18%), French drain (+18%) and gravel driveway (+14%); the lowest are shower pan (−3%), kitchen backsplash (level) and tile flooring (level). 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 (Redding Muni Ap, 5 miles away) shows a January average low of 38°F, a July average high of 100°F and 34 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are March through May and October through November; for exterior installation, they are October through May.
What local trades earn in Redding
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.06 | $26.82 | $36.59 | $22.66 | 1.18 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $28.08 | $34.50 | $38.06 | $29.12 | 1.18 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $30.18 | $37.06 | $53.30 | $28.78 | 1.29 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $24.57 | $29.47 | $35.96 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $25.30 | $29.46 | $37.62 | $27.41 | 1.07 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.78 | $33.43 | $43.93 | $30.38 | 1.10 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $23.13 | $23.72 | $29.77 | $26.77 | 0.89 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $25.10 | $29.66 | $31.00 | $26.65 | 1.11 |
Concrete & paving in Redding
Across these 7 projects, Redding averages +12% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at +18% and concrete slab lowest at +9%.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Redding | 400 sq ft | $2,700 – $5,650 | +9% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Redding | 600 sq ft | $4,050 – $10,200 | +11% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Redding | 600 sq ft | $3,500 – $8,800 | +18% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Redding | 1,000 sq ft | $2,850 – $11,600 | +14% |
| Paver patio cost in Redding | 300 sq ft | $3,350 – $6,050 | +11% |
| Concrete patio cost in Redding | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,400 | +9% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Redding | 400 sq ft | $3,500 – $8,650 | +9% |
Decks & outdoor in Redding
Across these 2 projects, Redding averages +12% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +13% and wood deck lowest at +11%.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Redding | 300 sq ft | $8,400 – $16,800 | +11% |
| Composite deck cost in Redding | 300 sq ft | $13,600 – $27,300 | +13% |
Building & additions in Redding
The 2 jobs here average +10% versus the US in Redding, from +10% (home addition) to +10% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Redding | 576 sq ft | $31,900 – $64,000 | +10% |
| Home addition cost in Redding | 300 sq ft | $41,700 – $84,500 | +10% |
Doors & windows in Redding
Across these 5 projects, Redding averages +8% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at +10% and garage door lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Redding | 1 door | $760 – $3,950 | +7% |
| Storm door cost in Redding | 1 door | $380 – $1,050 | +9% |
| Front door cost in Redding | 1 door | $560 – $2,700 | +8% |
| Window replacement cost in Redding | 10 windows | $4,850 – $16,100 | +7% |
| Patio door cost in Redding | 1 door | $650 – $6,600 | +10% |
Fencing in Redding
Across these 4 projects, Redding averages +10% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +13% and vinyl fence lowest at +8%.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Redding | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $8,450 | +11% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Redding | 150 linear ft | $4,850 – $9,900 | +8% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Redding | 150 linear ft | $1,700 – $7,000 | +13% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Redding | 150 linear ft | $4,200 – $12,500 | +10% |
Roofing & exterior in Redding
Across these 5 projects, Redding averages +9% against national midpoints. Vinyl siding is highest at +12% and attic insulation lowest at +4%.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Redding | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,750 – $13,600 | +9% |
| Metal roof cost in Redding | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,400 – $35,700 | +10% |
| Gutters cost in Redding | 160 linear ft | $1,450 – $4,600 | +10% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Redding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,400 – $28,200 | +12% |
| Attic insulation cost in Redding | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +4% |
Kitchen & bath in Redding
The 5 jobs here average +3% versus the US in Redding, from −3% (shower pan) to +10% (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Redding | 25 linear ft | $4,600 – $15,400 | +10% |
| Shower pan cost in Redding | 1 pan | $880 – $2,750 | −3% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Redding | 120 sq ft | $19,600 – $33,300 | +6% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Redding | 45 sq ft | $4,850 – $24,100 | +3% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Redding | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
Landscaping & drainage in Redding
The 5 jobs here average +12% versus the US in Redding, from +8% (sprinkler system) to +18% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Redding | 60 linear ft | $710 – $2,450 | +18% |
| Retaining wall cost in Redding | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,900 – $14,700 | +10% |
| Sod installation cost in Redding | 1,500 sq ft | $1,650 – $3,650 | +10% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Redding | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,350 – $10,800 | +8% |
| Inground pool cost in Redding | 450 sq ft | $40,400 – $126,000 | +12% |
Flooring & interior in Redding
Across these 3 projects, Redding averages +6% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at +10% and tile flooring lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Redding range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Redding | 500 sq ft | $6,050 – $13,700 | +9% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Redding | 500 sq ft | $2,200 – $7,650 | +10% |
| Tile flooring cost in Redding | 200 sq ft | $2,300 – $10,200 | level |
Redding against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Redding prices +9% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 2 lower. Reno is the lowest at +1% (135 miles) and Napa the highest at +15% (155 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redding, CAthis page | 100.7 | 105.2 | +9% | |
| Chico, CA | 80 miles | 101.2 | 105.2 | +9% |
| Medford, OR | 120 miles | 101.4 | 105.3 | +4% |
| Reno, NV | 135 miles | 101.0 | 96.3 | +1% |
| Sacramento, CA | 145 miles | 106.7 | 105.2 | +12% |
| Napa, CA | 155 miles | 112.6 | 105.2 | +15% |
| Santa Rosa, CA | 160 miles | 107.8 | 105.2 | +15% |