Home project costs in Stockton, CA
Every project we cover, priced for the Stockton-Lodi metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Stockton-Lodi area is 105.1 against 100 for the US, which puts Stockton 30th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 105.2. BLS counts roughly 289,660 jobs here.
In Stockton, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are French drain (+19%), asphalt driveway (+18%) and gravel driveway (+15%); the lowest are shower pan (+4%), attic insulation (+5%) and kitchen backsplash (+6%). 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 (Stockton Fire Stn 4, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 39°F, a July average high of 95°F and 17 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are February through May and October through November; for exterior installation, they are October through May.
What local trades earn in Stockton
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.65 | $27.62 | $37.23 | $22.66 | 1.22 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $27.66 | $33.25 | $39.57 | $29.12 | 1.14 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $29.54 | $37.22 | $57.72 | $28.78 | 1.29 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $28.10 | $30.24 | $38.52 | $30.67 | 0.99 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.41 | $27.40 | $31.15 | $27.41 | 1.00 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $28.19 | $36.74 | $49.26 | $30.38 | 1.21 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $22.80 | $28.35 | $31.77 | $26.77 | 1.06 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $28.47 | $29.78 | $35.31 | $26.65 | 1.12 |
Concrete & paving in Stockton
Across these 7 projects, Stockton averages +11% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at +18% and stamped concrete lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Stockton | 400 sq ft | $2,650 – $5,600 | +8% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Stockton | 600 sq ft | $3,950 – $10,100 | +9% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Stockton | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $8,850 | +18% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Stockton | 1,000 sq ft | $2,900 – $11,700 | +15% |
| Paver patio cost in Stockton | 300 sq ft | $3,400 – $6,200 | +14% |
| Concrete patio cost in Stockton | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,350 | +8% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Stockton | 400 sq ft | $3,500 – $8,550 | +7% |
Decks & outdoor in Stockton
Across these 2 projects, Stockton averages +11% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +11% and wood deck lowest at +10%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Stockton | 300 sq ft | $8,300 – $16,600 | +10% |
| Composite deck cost in Stockton | 300 sq ft | $13,400 – $26,900 | +11% |
Building & additions in Stockton
The 2 jobs here average +10% versus the US in Stockton, from +10% (detached garage) to +10% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Stockton | 576 sq ft | $31,700 – $63,700 | +10% |
| Home addition cost in Stockton | 300 sq ft | $41,900 – $84,800 | +10% |
Doors & windows in Stockton
Across these 5 projects, Stockton averages +8% against national midpoints. Storm door is highest at +9% and window replacement lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Stockton | 1 door | $770 – $4,000 | +9% |
| Storm door cost in Stockton | 1 door | $390 – $1,050 | +9% |
| Front door cost in Stockton | 1 door | $560 – $2,700 | +8% |
| Window replacement cost in Stockton | 10 windows | $4,850 – $16,000 | +7% |
| Patio door cost in Stockton | 1 door | $650 – $6,550 | +9% |
Fencing in Stockton
Across these 4 projects, Stockton averages +10% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +13% and vinyl fence lowest at +8%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Stockton | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $8,400 | +10% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Stockton | 150 linear ft | $4,850 – $9,900 | +8% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Stockton | 150 linear ft | $1,700 – $7,000 | +13% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Stockton | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $12,400 | +9% |
Roofing & exterior in Stockton
Across these 5 projects, Stockton averages +9% against national midpoints. Vinyl siding is highest at +11% and attic insulation lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Stockton | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,750 – $13,700 | +10% |
| Metal roof cost in Stockton | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,300 – $35,400 | +9% |
| Gutters cost in Stockton | 160 linear ft | $1,400 – $4,550 | +9% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Stockton | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,300 – $27,900 | +11% |
| Attic insulation cost in Stockton | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +5% |
Kitchen & bath in Stockton
The 5 jobs here average +6% versus the US in Stockton, from +4% (shower pan) to +9% (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Stockton | 25 linear ft | $4,550 – $15,300 | +9% |
| Shower pan cost in Stockton | 1 pan | $960 – $2,900 | +4% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Stockton | 120 sq ft | $19,700 – $33,600 | +7% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Stockton | 45 sq ft | $5,050 – $24,900 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Stockton | 30 sq ft | $320 – $1,600 | +6% |
Landscaping & drainage in Stockton
The 5 jobs here average +13% versus the US in Stockton, from +10% (sod installation) to +19% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Stockton | 60 linear ft | $710 – $2,500 | +19% |
| Retaining wall cost in Stockton | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,150 – $15,100 | +13% |
| Sod installation cost in Stockton | 1,500 sq ft | $1,650 – $3,600 | +10% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Stockton | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,400 – $11,000 | +10% |
| Inground pool cost in Stockton | 450 sq ft | $41,100 – $128,500 | +14% |
Flooring & interior in Stockton
Across these 3 projects, Stockton averages +10% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at +14% and tile flooring lowest at +6%.
| Project | Size | Stockton range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Stockton | 500 sq ft | $6,100 – $13,700 | +10% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Stockton | 500 sq ft | $2,300 – $7,950 | +14% |
| Tile flooring cost in Stockton | 200 sq ft | $2,600 – $10,600 | +6% |
Stockton against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Stockton prices +10% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and 1 lower. Merced is the lowest at +9% (60 miles) and San Francisco the highest at +26% (55 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton, CAthis page | 105.1 | 105.2 | +10% | |
| Modesto, CA | 30 miles | 104.1 | 105.2 | +12% |
| Vallejo, CA | 45 miles | 108.5 | 105.2 | +14% |
| San Francisco, CA | 55 miles | 115.6 | 108.5 | +26% |
| Merced, CA | 60 miles | 98.3 | 105.2 | +9% |
| Sacramento, CA | 60 miles | 106.7 | 105.2 | +12% |
| Napa, CA | 70 miles | 112.6 | 105.2 | +15% |