Home project costs in Peoria, IL
Every project we cover, priced for the Peoria metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Peoria area is 91.2 against 100 for the US, which puts Peoria 226th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 93.6. BLS counts roughly 166,020 jobs here.
In Peoria, 35 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 2 below, and 1 is level with it. The biggest premiums are roof replacement (+20%), concrete driveway (+19%) and metal roof (+19%); the lowest are sod installation (−2%), window replacement (−1%) and kitchen remodel (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 (Peoria Gtr Peoria Ap, 7 miles away) shows a January average low of 18°F, a July average high of 86°F and 38 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through October; for exterior installation, they are March through November.
What local trades earn in Peoria
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.67 | $30.27 | $37.76 | $22.66 | 1.34 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $24.14 | $36.19 | $48.02 | $29.12 | 1.24 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $28.36 | $41.56 | $47.59 | $28.78 | 1.44 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.63 | $40.91 | $51.67 | $30.67 | 1.33 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $24.21 | $34.94 | $38.12 | $27.41 | 1.27 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $29.78 | $38.68 | $49.97 | $30.38 | 1.27 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $26.36 | $36.83 | $46.99 | $26.65 | 1.38 |
Concrete & paving in Peoria
The 7 jobs here average +14% versus the US in Peoria, from +9% (concrete slab) to +19% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Peoria | 400 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,600 | +9% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Peoria | 600 sq ft | $4,250 – $11,100 | +19% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Peoria | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,350 | +12% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Peoria | 1,000 sq ft | $2,950 – $11,800 | +16% |
| Paver patio cost in Peoria | 300 sq ft | $3,450 – $6,250 | +15% |
| Concrete patio cost in Peoria | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,550 | +12% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Peoria | 400 sq ft | $3,550 – $8,950 | +12% |
Decks & outdoor in Peoria
The 2 jobs here average +10% versus the US in Peoria, from +8% (wood deck) to +13% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Peoria | 300 sq ft | $8,150 – $16,300 | +8% |
| Composite deck cost in Peoria | 300 sq ft | $13,600 – $27,300 | +13% |
Building & additions in Peoria
Across these 2 projects, Peoria averages +13% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +15% and detached garage lowest at +11%.
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Peoria | 576 sq ft | $32,100 – $64,400 | +11% |
| Home addition cost in Peoria | 300 sq ft | $43,700 – $88,300 | +15% |
Doors & windows in Peoria
The 5 jobs here average +2% versus the US in Peoria, from −1% (window replacement) to +5% (patio door).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Peoria | 1 door | $740 – $3,750 | +1% |
| Storm door cost in Peoria | 1 door | $370 – $980 | +4% |
| Front door cost in Peoria | 1 door | $550 – $2,500 | +1% |
| Window replacement cost in Peoria | 10 windows | $4,550 – $14,800 | −1% |
| Patio door cost in Peoria | 1 door | $610 – $6,350 | +5% |
Fencing in Peoria
The 4 jobs here average +8% versus the US in Peoria, from +1% (vinyl fence) to +15% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Peoria | 150 linear ft | $3,350 – $8,200 | +8% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Peoria | 150 linear ft | $4,500 – $9,350 | +1% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Peoria | 150 linear ft | $1,650 – $7,200 | +15% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Peoria | 150 linear ft | $4,100 – $12,100 | +7% |
Roofing & exterior in Peoria
The 5 jobs here average +12% versus the US in Peoria, from +1% (attic insulation) to +20% (roof replacement).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Peoria | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,650 – $14,800 | +20% |
| Metal roof cost in Peoria | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $13,100 – $37,600 | +19% |
| Gutters cost in Peoria | 160 linear ft | $1,500 – $4,550 | +10% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Peoria | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,350 – $28,000 | +11% |
| Attic insulation cost in Peoria | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,000 | +1% |
Kitchen & bath in Peoria
Across these 5 projects, Peoria averages +7% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +12% and kitchen remodel lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Peoria | 25 linear ft | $4,350 – $15,500 | +9% |
| Shower pan cost in Peoria | 1 pan | $1,100 – $3,050 | +12% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Peoria | 120 sq ft | $18,500 – $31,400 | level |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Peoria | 45 sq ft | $5,150 – $25,700 | +10% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Peoria | 30 sq ft | $320 – $1,550 | +5% |
Landscaping & drainage in Peoria
Across these 5 projects, Peoria averages +12% against national midpoints. Inground pool is highest at +17% and sod installation lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Peoria | 60 linear ft | $680 – $2,350 | +13% |
| Retaining wall cost in Peoria | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,600 – $15,100 | +15% |
| Sod installation cost in Peoria | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | −2% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Peoria | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,600 – $11,500 | +15% |
| Inground pool cost in Peoria | 450 sq ft | $42,400 – $132,000 | +17% |
Flooring & interior in Peoria
The 3 jobs here average +8% versus the US in Peoria, from +5% (tile flooring) to +12% (laminate flooring).
| Project | Size | Peoria range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Peoria | 500 sq ft | $5,900 – $13,200 | +6% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Peoria | 500 sq ft | $2,350 – $7,750 | +12% |
| Tile flooring cost in Peoria | 200 sq ft | $2,850 – $10,200 | +5% |
Peoria against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Peoria prices +10% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 2 price higher and 4 lower. Davenport is the lowest at −1% (65 miles) and Chicago the highest at +21% (110 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, ILthis page | 91.2 | 93.6 | +10% | |
| Bloomington, IL | 40 miles | 93.5 | 93.6 | +9% |
| Davenport, IA | 65 miles | 89.1 | 94.2 | −1% |
| Springfield, IL | 65 miles | 92.7 | 93.6 | +10% |
| Champaign, IL | 75 miles | 92.7 | 93.6 | +7% |
| Rockford, IL | 110 miles | 92.2 | 93.6 | +8% |
| Chicago, IL | 110 miles | 103.6 | 107.3 | +21% |