Home project costs in Davenport, IA
Every project we cover, priced for the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island area is 89.1 against 100 for the US, which puts Davenport 257th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 94.2. BLS counts roughly 180,450 jobs here.
In Davenport, 14 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 21 below, and 3 are level with it. The biggest premiums are sprinkler system (+5%), concrete driveway (+4%) and inground pool (+4%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−8%), laminate flooring (−6%) and metal roof (−5%). 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 (Davenport, 4 miles away) shows a January average low of 14°F, a July average high of 84°F and 36 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are May through October; for exterior installation, they are March through November.
What local trades earn in Davenport
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $21.74 | $26.14 | $33.98 | $22.66 | 1.15 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.15 | $29.06 | $35.60 | $29.12 | 1.00 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $25.71 | $31.18 | $40.96 | $28.78 | 1.08 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $28.55 | $36.69 | $46.29 | $30.67 | 1.20 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $23.04 | $29.17 | $33.92 | $27.41 | 1.06 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $24.82 | $36.99 | $41.20 | $30.38 | 1.22 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $22.33 | $23.20 | $30.84 | $26.65 | 0.87 |
Concrete & paving in Davenport
Across these 7 projects, Davenport averages +2% against national midpoints. Concrete driveway is highest at +4% and concrete slab lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Davenport | 400 sq ft | $2,500 – $5,150 | level |
| Concrete driveway cost in Davenport | 600 sq ft | $3,750 – $9,600 | +4% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Davenport | 600 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,550 | +2% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Davenport | 1,000 sq ft | $2,600 – $10,500 | +3% |
| Paver patio cost in Davenport | 300 sq ft | $3,100 – $5,650 | +4% |
| Concrete patio cost in Davenport | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | +1% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Davenport | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,050 | +1% |
Decks & outdoor in Davenport
Across these 2 projects, Davenport averages −1% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at −1% and wood deck lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Davenport | 300 sq ft | $7,400 – $14,800 | −2% |
| Composite deck cost in Davenport | 300 sq ft | $12,000 – $24,000 | −1% |
Building & additions in Davenport
The 2 jobs here average level versus the US in Davenport, from −1% (detached garage) to level (home addition).
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Davenport | 576 sq ft | $28,800 – $57,800 | −1% |
| Home addition cost in Davenport | 300 sq ft | $38,000 – $77,000 | level |
Doors & windows in Davenport
Across these 5 projects, Davenport averages −3% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at −3% and front door lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Davenport | 1 door | $690 – $3,600 | −3% |
| Storm door cost in Davenport | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Front door cost in Davenport | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Window replacement cost in Davenport | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Patio door cost in Davenport | 1 door | $580 – $5,850 | −3% |
Fencing in Davenport
Across these 4 projects, Davenport averages level against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +3% and vinyl fence lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Davenport | 150 linear ft | $3,050 – $7,550 | −1% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Davenport | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,900 | −3% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Davenport | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,400 | +3% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Davenport | 150 linear ft | $3,800 – $11,300 | −1% |
Roofing & exterior in Davenport
Across these 5 projects, Davenport averages −2% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at +1% and roof replacement lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Davenport | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,600 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Metal roof cost in Davenport | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,700 – $30,900 | −5% |
| Gutters cost in Davenport | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,150 | −1% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Davenport | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,400 – $25,300 | level |
| Attic insulation cost in Davenport | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +1% |
Kitchen & bath in Davenport
The 5 jobs here average −1% versus the US in Davenport, from −4% (kitchen backsplash) to +2% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Davenport | 25 linear ft | $4,100 – $13,800 | −2% |
| Shower pan cost in Davenport | 1 pan | $980 – $2,800 | +2% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Davenport | 120 sq ft | $17,900 – $30,400 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Davenport | 45 sq ft | $4,750 – $23,600 | +1% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Davenport | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | −4% |
Landscaping & drainage in Davenport
The 5 jobs here average +2% versus the US in Davenport, from −3% (sod installation) to +5% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Davenport | 60 linear ft | $620 – $2,150 | +4% |
| Retaining wall cost in Davenport | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,400 – $13,600 | +2% |
| Sod installation cost in Davenport | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | −3% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Davenport | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,200 – $10,500 | +5% |
| Inground pool cost in Davenport | 450 sq ft | $37,500 – $117,000 | +4% |
Flooring & interior in Davenport
Across these 3 projects, Davenport averages −5% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −3% and laminate flooring lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Davenport range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Davenport | 500 sq ft | $5,250 – $11,900 | −5% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Davenport | 500 sq ft | $1,900 – $6,600 | −6% |
| Tile flooring cost in Davenport | 200 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,600 | −3% |
Davenport against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Davenport prices −1% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 3 lower. Iowa City is the lowest at −6% (60 miles) and Peoria the highest at +10% (65 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport, IAthis page | 89.1 | 94.2 | −1% | |
| Iowa City, IA | 60 miles | 91.5 | 93.7 | −6% |
| Peoria, IL | 65 miles | 91.2 | 93.6 | +10% |
| Dubuque, IA | 75 miles | 87.3 | 93.7 | −3% |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 75 miles | 89.0 | 93.7 | −2% |
| Rockford, IL | 100 miles | 92.2 | 93.6 | +8% |
| Bloomington, IL | 105 miles | 93.5 | 93.6 | +9% |