Home project costs in Idaho
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Idaho wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Idaho ranks 29 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 95.5, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 96.3 (rank 29). BLS counts 857,440 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 3 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 34 below, and 1 is level with it. The biggest premiums are asphalt driveway (+4%), roof replacement (+1%) and French drain (+1%); the biggest discounts are shower pan (−11%), bathroom remodel (−9%) and home addition (−9%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 12 to 26°F, July average highs of 83 to 93°F and 10 to 25 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Idaho
How the metros in Idaho compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of Idaho's 3 metros. On average Coeur d'Alene sits highest (−3% versus the US) and Idaho Falls lowest (−6%), 2.9 percentage points apart. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 72,280 | 98.3 | 96.2 | −3% |
| Boise, ID | 391,790 | 98.4 | 96.2 | −4% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 | 94.4 | 96.2 | −6% |
What trades earn in Idaho
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $19.02 | $22.57 | $26.46 | $22.66 | 1.00 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.76 | $25.00 | $30.25 | $29.12 | 0.86 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $25.28 | $29.66 | $36.25 | $28.78 | 1.03 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.21 | $25.18 | $33.48 | $30.67 | 0.82 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.92 | $27.12 | $29.35 | $27.41 | 0.99 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.26 | $30.29 | $39.44 | $30.38 | 1.00 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $19.70 | $23.05 | $27.16 | $26.77 | 0.86 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $19.92 | $27.78 | $30.57 | $26.65 | 1.04 |
Concrete & paving in Idaho
Across these 7 projects, Idaho averages −1% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at +4% and concrete slab lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Idaho | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,050 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Idaho | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $9,000 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Idaho | 600 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Idaho | 1,000 sq ft | $2,450 – $10,100 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Idaho | 300 sq ft | $3,000 – $5,400 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Idaho | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Idaho | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,800 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Idaho
Across these 2 projects, Idaho averages −8% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −7% and composite deck lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Idaho | 300 sq ft | $7,000 – $14,100 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Idaho | 300 sq ft | $11,100 – $22,100 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Idaho
The 2 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Idaho, from −9% (home addition) to −5% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Idaho | 576 sq ft | $27,500 – $55,200 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Idaho | 300 sq ft | $34,700 – $70,300 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Idaho
Across these 5 projects, Idaho averages −5% against national midpoints. Window replacement is highest at −4% and storm door lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Idaho | 1 door | $660 – $3,500 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Idaho | 1 door | $320 – $890 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Idaho | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Idaho | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,500 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Idaho | 1 door | $570 – $5,650 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Idaho
Across these 4 projects, Idaho averages −5% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −4% and aluminum fence lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Idaho | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Idaho | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Idaho | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Idaho | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Idaho
Across these 5 projects, Idaho averages −4% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +1% and vinyl siding lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Idaho | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,200 – $12,500 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Idaho | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,900 – $31,600 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Idaho | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Idaho | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,800 – $23,300 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Idaho | 1,000 sq ft | $920 – $3,750 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Idaho
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Idaho, from −11% (shower pan) to −6% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Idaho | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,800 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Idaho | 1 pan | $800 – $2,550 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Idaho | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,700 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Idaho | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Idaho | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,400 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Idaho
The 5 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Idaho, from −5% (sprinkler system) to +1% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Idaho | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Idaho | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,000 – $13,200 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Idaho | 1,500 sq ft | $1,500 – $3,300 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Idaho | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,800 – $9,450 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Idaho | 450 sq ft | $35,300 – $110,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Idaho
Across these 3 projects, Idaho averages −6% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at −5% and tile flooring lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Idaho range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Idaho | 500 sq ft | $5,150 – $11,700 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Idaho | 500 sq ft | $1,900 – $6,650 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Idaho | 200 sq ft | $2,150 – $9,400 | $6,200 |