Home project costs in Delaware
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Delaware wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Delaware ranks 20 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 99.8, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 96.2 (rank 34). BLS counts 484,790 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 2 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 35 below, and 1 is level with it. The highest against the national midpoint are roof replacement (+2%), metal roof (+1%) and attic insulation (level); the biggest discounts are sod installation (−4%), vinyl fence (−4%) and gravel driveway (−3%).
Weather across the metro we cover: January average lows of 28°F, July average highs of 87°F and 48 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Delaware
How the metros in Delaware compare
Dover is the only Delaware metro in our dataset. Averaged over all 38 projects it prices −5% against the US midpoint, compared with −2% for the state as a whole.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover, DE | 68,080 | 97.5 | 96.4 | −5% |
What trades earn in Delaware
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.93 | $21.90 | $27.07 | $22.66 | 0.97 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.35 | $28.46 | $36.24 | $29.12 | 0.98 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.36 | $27.89 | $31.80 | $28.78 | 0.97 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $24.93 | $31.11 | $37.42 | $30.67 | 1.01 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $24.07 | $27.42 | $30.97 | $27.41 | 1.00 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.10 | $30.63 | $43.52 | $30.38 | 1.01 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $20.40 | $28.58 | $30.59 | $26.65 | 1.07 |
Concrete & paving in Delaware
Across these 7 projects, Delaware averages −3% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at −2% and gravel driveway lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Delaware | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,050 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Delaware | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $9,000 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Delaware | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Delaware | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,850 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Delaware | 300 sq ft | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Delaware | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Delaware | 400 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Delaware
Across these 2 projects, Delaware averages −3% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at −3% and wood deck lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Delaware | 300 sq ft | $7,300 – $14,700 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Delaware | 300 sq ft | $11,700 – $23,400 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Delaware
The 2 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Delaware, from −2% (detached garage) to −2% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Delaware | 576 sq ft | $28,300 – $56,700 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Delaware | 300 sq ft | $37,100 – $75,200 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Delaware
Across these 5 projects, Delaware averages −3% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at −3% and front door lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Delaware | 1 door | $680 – $3,600 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Delaware | 1 door | $340 – $920 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Delaware | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Delaware | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Delaware | 1 door | $580 – $5,850 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Delaware
Across these 4 projects, Delaware averages −3% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at −3% and vinyl fence lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Delaware | 150 linear ft | $2,950 – $7,400 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Delaware | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,850 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Delaware | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $5,950 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Delaware | 150 linear ft | $3,650 – $11,000 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Delaware
Across these 5 projects, Delaware averages level against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +2% and vinyl siding lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Delaware | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,300 – $12,700 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Delaware | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,400 – $32,600 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Delaware | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Delaware | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,150 – $24,400 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Delaware | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Delaware
The 5 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Delaware, from −3% (kitchen remodel) to −1% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Delaware | 25 linear ft | $4,150 – $13,700 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Delaware | 1 pan | $930 – $2,750 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Delaware | 120 sq ft | $17,900 – $30,500 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Delaware | 45 sq ft | $4,650 – $23,000 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Delaware | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Delaware
The 5 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Delaware, from −4% (sod installation) to −1% (retaining wall).
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Delaware | 60 linear ft | $590 – $2,050 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Delaware | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,000 – $13,300 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Delaware | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Delaware | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,900 – $9,750 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Delaware | 450 sq ft | $35,300 – $110,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Delaware
Across these 3 projects, Delaware averages −2% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at −2% and hardwood flooring lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Delaware range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Delaware | 500 sq ft | $5,350 – $12,100 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Delaware | 500 sq ft | $1,950 – $6,850 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Delaware | 200 sq ft | $2,350 – $9,700 | $6,200 |