Home project costs in Kentucky
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Kentucky wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Kentucky is number 40 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 90.2, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 96.0, rank 38. The state has 2,000,360 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 French drain (−1%), attic insulation (−2%) and sprinkler system (−3%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−10%), home addition (−9%) and laminate flooring (−9%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 25 to 28°F, July average highs of 87 to 90°F and 48 to 50 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Kentucky
How the metros in Kentucky compare
Inside Kentucky, Louisville is the priciest of the 3 metros we cover at −4% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Bowling Green the cheapest at −7%. That is a gap of 3.6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 | 93.1 | 96.2 | −4% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 | 92.9 | 96.2 | −6% |
| Bowling Green, KY | 82,160 | 90.2 | 96.2 | −7% |
What trades earn in Kentucky
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.13 | $21.98 | $24.06 | $22.66 | 0.97 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.09 | $25.33 | $29.45 | $29.12 | 0.87 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.58 | $27.78 | $31.59 | $28.78 | 0.97 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $24.04 | $30.84 | $40.79 | $30.67 | 1.01 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $21.42 | $24.14 | $29.67 | $27.41 | 0.88 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.37 | $28.71 | $37.46 | $30.38 | 0.95 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $20.35 | $22.78 | $24.76 | $26.77 | 0.85 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $21.23 | $22.57 | $28.65 | $26.65 | 0.85 |
Concrete & paving in Kentucky
The 7 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Kentucky, from −7% (concrete driveway) to −4% (gravel driveway).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Kentucky | 400 sq ft | $2,300 – $4,900 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Kentucky | 600 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,500 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Kentucky | 600 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,950 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Kentucky | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,800 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Kentucky | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,200 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Kentucky | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,700 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Kentucky | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,450 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Kentucky
The 2 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Kentucky, from −8% (composite deck) to −7% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Kentucky | 300 sq ft | $7,000 – $14,100 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Kentucky | 300 sq ft | $11,100 – $22,200 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Kentucky
Across these 2 projects, Kentucky averages −8% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −7% and home addition lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Kentucky | 576 sq ft | $26,900 – $53,900 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Kentucky | 300 sq ft | $34,500 – $70,000 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Kentucky
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Kentucky, from −8% (patio door) to −6% (garage door).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Kentucky | 1 door | $650 – $3,500 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Kentucky | 1 door | $320 – $890 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Kentucky | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Kentucky | 10 windows | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Kentucky | 1 door | $560 – $5,500 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Kentucky
The 4 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Kentucky, from −6% (wood fence) to −5% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Kentucky | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Kentucky | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Kentucky | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Kentucky | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Kentucky
The 5 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Kentucky, from −10% (roof replacement) to −2% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Kentucky | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,450 – $11,300 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Kentucky | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,150 – $30,000 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Kentucky | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Kentucky | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,850 – $23,600 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Kentucky | 1,000 sq ft | $980 – $3,900 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Kentucky
Across these 5 projects, Kentucky averages −7% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −5% and kitchen backsplash lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Kentucky | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,800 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Kentucky | 1 pan | $870 – $2,600 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Kentucky | 120 sq ft | $17,500 – $29,800 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Kentucky | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,700 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Kentucky | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,400 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Kentucky
Across these 5 projects, Kentucky averages −3% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at −1% and sod installation lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Kentucky | 60 linear ft | $590 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Kentucky | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,800 – $12,900 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Kentucky | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Kentucky | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,900 – $9,700 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Kentucky | 450 sq ft | $34,800 – $109,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Kentucky
The 3 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Kentucky, from −9% (laminate flooring) to −7% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | Kentucky range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Kentucky | 500 sq ft | $5,050 – $11,600 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Kentucky | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,400 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Kentucky | 200 sq ft | $2,100 – $9,300 | $6,200 |