Home project costs in Massachusetts
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Massachusetts wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Massachusetts is number 7 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 105.8, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 98.8, rank 15. The state has 3,637,650 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are shower pan (+27%), paver patio (+23%) and laminate flooring (+20%); the lowest are attic insulation (+2%), kitchen remodel (+5%) and front door (+5%).
Weather across the 6 metros we cover: January average lows of 14 to 24°F, July average highs of 79 to 85°F and 44 to 48 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Massachusetts
How the metros in Massachusetts compare
Inside Massachusetts, Boston is the priciest of the 6 metros we cover at +15% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Pittsfield the cheapest at +4%. That is a gap of 10.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 | 108.3 | 99.7 | +15% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 | 102.5 | 97.0 | +11% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 | 96.1 | 97.0 | +11% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 | 98.4 | 97.0 | +10% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 | 100.2 | 97.0 | +9% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 | 95.1 | 97.0 | +4% |
What trades earn in Massachusetts
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $25.16 | $30.48 | $42.46 | $22.66 | 1.35 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $29.21 | $36.16 | $46.88 | $29.12 | 1.24 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $29.99 | $36.93 | $51.71 | $28.78 | 1.28 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.74 | $45.14 | $52.13 | $30.67 | 1.47 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $26.87 | $30.69 | $37.60 | $27.41 | 1.12 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.82 | $38.18 | $48.31 | $30.38 | 1.26 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $28.46 | $39.02 | $46.13 | $26.77 | 1.46 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $28.78 | $34.98 | $39.95 | $26.65 | 1.31 |
Concrete & paving in Massachusetts
The 7 jobs here average +13% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +9% (concrete slab) to +23% (paver patio).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Massachusetts | 400 sq ft | $2,700 – $5,600 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Massachusetts | 600 sq ft | $4,100 – $10,600 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Massachusetts | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Massachusetts | 1,000 sq ft | $2,900 – $11,700 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Massachusetts | 300 sq ft | $3,650 – $6,700 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Massachusetts | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,500 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Massachusetts | 400 sq ft | $3,500 – $8,750 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Massachusetts
The 2 jobs here average +13% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +11% (wood deck) to +15% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Massachusetts | 300 sq ft | $8,350 – $16,800 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Massachusetts | 300 sq ft | $13,900 – $27,800 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Massachusetts
Across these 2 projects, Massachusetts averages +14% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +17% and detached garage lowest at +12%.
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Massachusetts | 576 sq ft | $32,400 – $65,100 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Massachusetts | 300 sq ft | $44,400 – $89,800 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Massachusetts
The 5 jobs here average +10% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +5% (front door) to +18% (patio door).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Massachusetts | 1 door | $760 – $3,900 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Massachusetts | 1 door | $390 – $1,000 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Massachusetts | 1 door | $570 – $2,600 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Massachusetts | 10 windows | $5,250 – $16,700 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Massachusetts | 1 door | $670 – $7,150 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Massachusetts
The 4 jobs here average +11% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +6% (vinyl fence) to +18% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Massachusetts | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $8,450 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Massachusetts | 150 linear ft | $4,700 – $9,750 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Massachusetts | 150 linear ft | $1,700 – $7,350 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Massachusetts | 150 linear ft | $4,200 – $12,400 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Massachusetts
The 5 jobs here average +13% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +2% (attic insulation) to +19% (roof replacement).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Massachusetts | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,500 – $14,700 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Massachusetts | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $12,700 – $37,400 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Massachusetts | 160 linear ft | $1,500 – $4,650 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Massachusetts | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,550 – $28,600 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Massachusetts | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Massachusetts
Across these 5 projects, Massachusetts averages +16% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +27% and kitchen remodel lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Massachusetts | 25 linear ft | $4,600 – $16,000 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Massachusetts | 1 pan | $1,300 – $3,450 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Massachusetts | 120 sq ft | $19,400 – $33,100 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Massachusetts | 45 sq ft | $5,550 – $27,400 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Massachusetts | 30 sq ft | $360 – $1,750 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Massachusetts
Across these 5 projects, Massachusetts averages +17% against national midpoints. Sprinkler system is highest at +19% and sod installation lowest at +12%.
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Massachusetts | 60 linear ft | $710 – $2,500 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Massachusetts | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,800 – $15,600 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Massachusetts | 1,500 sq ft | $1,700 – $3,700 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Massachusetts | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,750 – $11,900 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Massachusetts | 450 sq ft | $43,000 – $134,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Massachusetts
The 3 jobs here average +16% versus the US in Massachusetts, from +11% (hardwood flooring) to +20% (laminate flooring).
| Project | Size | Massachusetts range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Massachusetts | 500 sq ft | $6,200 – $13,900 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Massachusetts | 500 sq ft | $2,500 – $8,300 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Massachusetts | 200 sq ft | $3,300 – $11,200 | $6,200 |