Home project costs in Georgia
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Georgia wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Georgia is number 27 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 96.3, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 98.9, rank 14. The state has 4,889,170 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−3%), kitchen remodel (−3%) and sod installation (−3%); the biggest discounts are concrete driveway (−13%), laminate flooring (−12%) and composite deck (−11%).
Weather across the 10 metros we cover: January average lows of 32 to 40°F, July average highs of 88 to 94°F and 45 to 55 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Georgia
How the metros in Georgia compare
Inside Georgia, Atlanta is the priciest of the 10 metros we cover at −6% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Albany the cheapest at −14%. That is a gap of 8.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 | 100.1 | 100.4 | −6% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 | 91.9 | 96.3 | −8% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 | 93.8 | 96.3 | −10% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 | 96.8 | 96.3 | −11% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 | 95.2 | 96.3 | −11% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 | 93.3 | 96.3 | −11% |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 | 88.5 | 96.3 | −12% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 | 89.3 | 96.3 | −12% |
| Dalton, GA | 65,300 | 89.8 | 96.3 | −12% |
| Albany, GA | 58,390 | 87.7 | 96.3 | −14% |
What trades earn in Georgia
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $16.93 | $18.74 | $22.57 | $22.66 | 0.83 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $20.29 | $23.72 | $28.00 | $29.12 | 0.81 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $20.03 | $23.02 | $27.38 | $28.78 | 0.80 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $21.70 | $27.50 | $33.00 | $30.67 | 0.90 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.28 | $22.23 | $26.98 | $27.41 | 0.81 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.43 | $28.04 | $36.77 | $30.38 | 0.92 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $20.94 | $23.00 | $27.57 | $26.77 | 0.86 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.69 | $22.57 | $26.36 | $26.65 | 0.85 |
Concrete & paving in Georgia
The 7 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Georgia, from −13% (concrete driveway) to −7% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Georgia | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Georgia | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Georgia | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,800 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Georgia | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,200 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Georgia | 300 sq ft | $2,700 – $4,950 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Georgia | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,550 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Georgia | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Georgia
The 2 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Georgia, from −11% (composite deck) to −9% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Georgia | 300 sq ft | $6,900 – $13,800 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Georgia | 300 sq ft | $10,700 – $21,400 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Georgia
Across these 2 projects, Georgia averages −10% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −9% and home addition lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Georgia | 576 sq ft | $26,400 – $52,900 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Georgia | 300 sq ft | $34,100 – $69,200 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Georgia
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Georgia, from −10% (patio door) to −5% (garage door).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Georgia | 1 door | $660 – $3,550 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Georgia | 1 door | $320 – $890 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Georgia | 1 door | $450 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Georgia | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Georgia | 1 door | $560 – $5,400 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Georgia
The 4 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Georgia, from −11% (chain-link fence) to −5% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Georgia | 150 linear ft | $2,750 – $7,050 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Georgia | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,650 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Georgia | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,400 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Georgia | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Georgia
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Georgia, from −10% (roof replacement) to −3% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Georgia | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,400 – $11,300 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Georgia | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,000 – $30,100 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Georgia | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Georgia | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,650 – $22,900 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Georgia | 1,000 sq ft | $970 – $3,900 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Georgia
Across these 5 projects, Georgia averages −7% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −3% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Georgia | 25 linear ft | $4,000 – $12,600 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Georgia | 1 pan | $840 – $2,600 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Georgia | 120 sq ft | $17,900 – $30,400 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Georgia | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,800 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Georgia | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Georgia
Across these 5 projects, Georgia averages −8% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −3% and inground pool lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Georgia | 60 linear ft | $550 – $1,900 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Georgia | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,250 – $12,400 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Georgia | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Georgia | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,650 – $9,150 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Georgia | 450 sq ft | $32,600 – $102,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Georgia
The 3 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Georgia, from −12% (laminate flooring) to −7% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Georgia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Georgia | 500 sq ft | $5,000 – $11,500 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Georgia | 500 sq ft | $1,700 – $6,250 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Georgia | 200 sq ft | $2,100 – $9,500 | $6,200 |