Home project costs in Bloomington, IN
Every project we cover, priced for the Bloomington metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Bloomington area is 95.1 against 100 for the US, which puts Bloomington 150th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 94.3. BLS counts roughly 73,240 jobs here.
In Bloomington, 11 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 24 below, and 3 are level with it. The biggest premiums are sprinkler system (+9%), shower pan (+9%) and concrete driveway (+4%); the biggest discounts are kitchen backsplash (−8%), tile flooring (−8%) and roof replacement (−7%). 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 (Bloomington Indiana Univ, 1 miles away) shows a January average low of 21°F, a July average high of 85°F and 49 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 Bloomington
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $19.28 | $23.42 | $30.52 | $22.66 | 1.03 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.82 | $29.50 | $35.36 | $29.12 | 1.01 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $21.64 | $29.87 | $42.78 | $28.78 | 1.04 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $30.76 | $46.63 | $47.47 | $30.67 | 1.52 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $25.64 | $31.50 | $32.33 | $27.41 | 1.15 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $24.25 | $31.57 | $44.46 | $30.38 | 1.04 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $20.69 | $23.81 | $29.40 | $26.65 | 0.89 |
Concrete & paving in Bloomington
The 7 jobs here average +1% versus the US in Bloomington, from −3% (asphalt driveway) to +4% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Bloomington | 400 sq ft | $2,500 – $5,200 | level |
| Concrete driveway cost in Bloomington | 600 sq ft | $3,750 – $9,650 | +4% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Bloomington | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,150 | −3% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Bloomington | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,100 | −1% |
| Paver patio cost in Bloomington | 300 sq ft | $3,050 – $5,550 | +2% |
| Concrete patio cost in Bloomington | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,100 | +2% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Bloomington | 400 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | +2% |
Decks & outdoor in Bloomington
The 2 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Bloomington, from −2% (wood deck) to −1% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Bloomington | 300 sq ft | $7,350 – $14,800 | −2% |
| Composite deck cost in Bloomington | 300 sq ft | $11,900 – $23,800 | −1% |
Building & additions in Bloomington
Across these 2 projects, Bloomington averages level against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +2% and detached garage lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Bloomington | 576 sq ft | $28,500 – $57,300 | −1% |
| Home addition cost in Bloomington | 300 sq ft | $38,600 – $78,200 | +2% |
Doors & windows in Bloomington
The 5 jobs here average −3% versus the US in Bloomington, from −4% (front door) to −2% (patio door).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Bloomington | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | −4% |
| Storm door cost in Bloomington | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Front door cost in Bloomington | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Window replacement cost in Bloomington | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Patio door cost in Bloomington | 1 door | $580 – $5,900 | −2% |
Fencing in Bloomington
The 4 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Bloomington, from −4% (vinyl fence) to −1% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Bloomington | 150 linear ft | $3,000 – $7,450 | −2% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Bloomington | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,800 | −4% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Bloomington | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,150 | −1% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Bloomington | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | −3% |
Roofing & exterior in Bloomington
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Bloomington, from −7% (roof replacement) to level (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Bloomington | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,650 – $11,600 | −7% |
| Metal roof cost in Bloomington | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,500 – $30,500 | −6% |
| Gutters cost in Bloomington | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | −4% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Bloomington | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,250 – $24,800 | −2% |
| Attic insulation cost in Bloomington | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $3,950 | level |
Kitchen & bath in Bloomington
Across these 5 projects, Bloomington averages level against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +9% and kitchen backsplash lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Bloomington | 25 linear ft | $4,150 – $14,100 | level |
| Shower pan cost in Bloomington | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,000 | +9% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Bloomington | 120 sq ft | $17,900 – $30,500 | −3% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Bloomington | 45 sq ft | $4,800 – $23,900 | +2% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Bloomington | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,400 | −8% |
Landscaping & drainage in Bloomington
Across these 5 projects, Bloomington averages +3% against national midpoints. Sprinkler system is highest at +9% and sod installation lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Bloomington | 60 linear ft | $620 – $2,200 | +4% |
| Retaining wall cost in Bloomington | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,350 – $13,500 | +2% |
| Sod installation cost in Bloomington | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | −3% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Bloomington | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,350 – $10,900 | +9% |
| Inground pool cost in Bloomington | 450 sq ft | $37,200 – $116,500 | +3% |
Flooring & interior in Bloomington
The 3 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Bloomington, from −8% (tile flooring) to −4% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | Bloomington range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Bloomington | 500 sq ft | $5,300 – $12,000 | −4% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Bloomington | 500 sq ft | $1,900 – $6,600 | −6% |
| Tile flooring cost in Bloomington | 200 sq ft | $2,150 – $9,300 | −8% |
Bloomington against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Bloomington prices −1% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 3 lower. Louisville is the lowest at −4% (90 miles) and Champaign the highest at +7% (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, INthis page | 95.1 | 94.3 | −1% | |
| Terre Haute, IN | 40 miles | 87.8 | 94.3 | −3% |
| Indianapolis, IN | 50 miles | 95.7 | 94.3 | +1% |
| Louisville, KY | 90 miles | 93.1 | 96.2 | −4% |
| Lafayette, IN | 90 miles | 93.4 | 94.3 | −2% |
| Evansville, IN | 95 miles | 91.5 | 94.3 | +2% |
| Champaign, IL | 110 miles | 92.7 | 93.6 | +7% |