Home project costs in Maryland
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Maryland wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Maryland is number 8 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 105.0, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 102.5, rank 10. The state has 2,763,030 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 27 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 7 below, and 4 are level with it. The biggest premiums are attic insulation (+7%), roof replacement (+5%) and metal roof (+5%); the biggest discounts are kitchen backsplash (−5%), tile flooring (−5%) and laminate flooring (−4%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 22 to 30°F, July average highs of 86 to 90°F and 44 to 45 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Maryland
How the metros in Maryland compare
Inside Maryland, Baltimore is the priciest of the 3 metros we cover at +1% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Hagerstown the cheapest at −6%. That is a gap of 6.4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | 1,356,680 | 104.5 | 102.4 | +1% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 | 100.8 | 99.7 | −1% |
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 | 94.2 | 96.4 | −6% |
What trades earn in Maryland
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.98 | $22.58 | $26.70 | $22.66 | 1.00 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $25.11 | $30.27 | $36.93 | $29.12 | 1.04 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.76 | $29.53 | $34.07 | $28.78 | 1.03 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $26.34 | $31.44 | $45.62 | $30.67 | 1.03 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.75 | $24.98 | $28.44 | $27.41 | 0.91 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.73 | $35.33 | $46.16 | $30.38 | 1.16 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $18.57 | $21.96 | $25.00 | $26.77 | 0.82 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.20 | $28.89 | $36.08 | $26.65 | 1.08 |
Concrete & paving in Maryland
The 7 jobs here average level versus the US in Maryland, from −2% (concrete driveway) to +4% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Maryland | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Maryland | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,000 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Maryland | 600 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,700 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Maryland | 1,000 sq ft | $2,550 – $10,400 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Maryland | 300 sq ft | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Maryland | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $3,950 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Maryland | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $7,850 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Maryland
The 2 jobs here average +3% versus the US in Maryland, from +3% (wood deck) to +3% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Maryland | 300 sq ft | $7,750 – $15,600 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Maryland | 300 sq ft | $12,400 – $24,800 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Maryland
Across these 2 projects, Maryland averages +3% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +3% and detached garage lowest at +3%.
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Maryland | 576 sq ft | $29,700 – $59,700 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Maryland | 300 sq ft | $39,100 – $79,300 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Maryland
The 5 jobs here average +3% versus the US in Maryland, from +3% (front door) to +4% (garage door).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Maryland | 1 door | $730 – $3,850 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Maryland | 1 door | $360 – $980 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Maryland | 1 door | $520 – $2,550 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Maryland | 10 windows | $4,650 – $15,400 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Maryland | 1 door | $620 – $6,200 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Maryland
The 4 jobs here average +2% versus the US in Maryland, from +2% (chain-link fence) to +2% (wood fence).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Maryland | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,850 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Maryland | 150 linear ft | $4,650 – $9,350 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Maryland | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,250 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Maryland | 150 linear ft | $3,850 – $11,700 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Maryland
The 5 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Maryland, from +2% (vinyl siding) to +7% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Maryland | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,450 – $13,100 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Maryland | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,700 – $33,900 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Maryland | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Maryland | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,600 – $25,800 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Maryland | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,250 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Maryland
Across these 5 projects, Maryland averages level against national midpoints. Kitchen cabinets is highest at +4% and kitchen backsplash lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Maryland | 25 linear ft | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Maryland | 1 pan | $880 – $2,750 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Maryland | 120 sq ft | $19,000 – $32,300 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Maryland | 45 sq ft | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Maryland | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,450 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Maryland
Across these 5 projects, Maryland averages +2% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at +3% and retaining wall lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Maryland | 60 linear ft | $620 – $2,150 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Maryland | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,050 – $13,600 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Maryland | 1,500 sq ft | $1,500 – $3,350 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Maryland | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,100 – $10,200 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Maryland | 450 sq ft | $36,500 – $114,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Maryland
The 3 jobs here average −3% versus the US in Maryland, from −5% (tile flooring) to +1% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | Maryland range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Maryland | 500 sq ft | $5,550 – $12,600 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Maryland | 500 sq ft | $1,900 – $6,750 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Maryland | 200 sq ft | $2,100 – $9,700 | $6,200 |