Home project costs in Louisiana
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Louisiana wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Louisiana ranks 47 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 88.2, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 93.7 (rank 49). BLS counts 1,934,900 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−6%), kitchen remodel (−8%) and sprinkler system (−8%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−16%), chain-link fence (−14%) and composite deck (−13%).
Weather across the 9 metros we cover: January average lows of 37 to 47°F, July average highs of 90 to 94°F and 51 to 66 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Louisiana
How the metros in Louisiana compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of Louisiana's 9 metros. On average Baton Rouge sits highest (−8% versus the US) and Monroe lowest (−13%), 5.1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 | 90.8 | 93.7 | −8% |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 | 85.9 | 93.7 | −10% |
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 | 92.6 | 93.7 | −10% |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 | 92.7 | 93.7 | −11% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 | 84.8 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 | 87.2 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Houma, LA | 83,440 | 85.1 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 | 85.7 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 | 83.6 | 93.7 | −13% |
What trades earn in Louisiana
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $16.59 | $18.38 | $22.74 | $22.66 | 0.81 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.03 | $24.00 | $28.72 | $29.12 | 0.82 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.33 | $24.86 | $29.92 | $28.78 | 0.86 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $24.40 | $30.62 | $35.99 | $30.67 | 1.00 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $19.54 | $23.64 | $30.00 | $27.41 | 0.86 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.51 | $29.59 | $35.02 | $30.38 | 0.97 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $18.96 | $21.52 | $22.99 | $26.77 | 0.80 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.74 | $23.44 | $27.02 | $26.65 | 0.88 |
Concrete & paving in Louisiana
Across these 7 projects, Louisiana averages −11% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at −9% and concrete driveway lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Louisiana | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,650 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Louisiana | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $8,000 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Louisiana | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Louisiana | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,050 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Louisiana | 300 sq ft | $2,650 – $4,850 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Louisiana | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Louisiana | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,050 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Louisiana
Across these 2 projects, Louisiana averages −12% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −11% and composite deck lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Louisiana | 300 sq ft | $6,700 – $13,400 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Louisiana | 300 sq ft | $10,500 – $21,000 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Louisiana
The 2 jobs here average −11% versus the US in Louisiana, from −11% (home addition) to −11% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Louisiana | 576 sq ft | $25,800 – $51,800 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Louisiana | 300 sq ft | $33,700 – $68,300 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Louisiana
Across these 5 projects, Louisiana averages −10% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at −9% and patio door lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Louisiana | 1 door | $630 – $3,400 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Louisiana | 1 door | $310 – $860 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Louisiana | 1 door | $440 – $2,300 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Louisiana | 10 windows | $4,050 – $13,700 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Louisiana | 1 door | $540 – $5,300 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Louisiana
Across these 4 projects, Louisiana averages −11% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −9% and chain-link fence lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Louisiana | 150 linear ft | $2,650 – $6,800 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Louisiana | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,300 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Louisiana | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,250 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Louisiana | 150 linear ft | $3,350 – $10,200 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Louisiana
Across these 5 projects, Louisiana averages −10% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at −6% and vinyl siding lowest at −12%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Louisiana | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,400 – $11,200 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Louisiana | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,900 – $29,200 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Louisiana | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,750 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Louisiana | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,400 – $22,100 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Louisiana | 1,000 sq ft | $940 – $3,750 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Louisiana
The 5 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Louisiana, from −12% (kitchen backsplash) to −8% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Louisiana | 25 linear ft | $3,850 – $12,400 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Louisiana | 1 pan | $840 – $2,550 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Louisiana | 120 sq ft | $17,100 – $29,000 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Louisiana | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,200 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Louisiana | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Louisiana
The 5 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Louisiana, from −11% (French drain) to −8% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Louisiana | 60 linear ft | $530 – $1,850 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Louisiana | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,350 – $12,300 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Louisiana | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $3,000 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Louisiana | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,650 – $9,150 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Louisiana | 450 sq ft | $32,500 – $101,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Louisiana
Across these 3 projects, Louisiana averages −13% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −12% and laminate flooring lowest at −16%.
| Project | Size | Louisiana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Louisiana | 500 sq ft | $4,800 – $11,000 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Louisiana | 500 sq ft | $1,650 – $5,950 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Louisiana | 200 sq ft | $2,000 – $8,950 | $6,200 |