Home project costs in Springfield, MA
Every project we cover, priced for the Springfield metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Springfield area is 96.1 against 100 for the US, which puts Springfield 130th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 97.0. BLS counts roughly 201,240 jobs here.
In Springfield, 37 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below, and 1 is level with it. The biggest premiums are roof replacement (+21%), paver patio (+20%) and metal roof (+18%); the lowest are attic insulation (level), kitchen remodel (+3%) and front door (+4%). 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 (Westfield Barnes Muni Ap, 9 miles away) shows a January average low of 16°F, a July average high of 85°F and 45 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are May through September; for exterior installation, they are March through November.
What local trades earn in Springfield
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $23.44 | $30.12 | $37.06 | $22.66 | 1.33 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $28.38 | $36.31 | $42.01 | $29.12 | 1.25 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $27.14 | $35.13 | $47.59 | $28.78 | 1.22 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.09 | $44.27 | $51.01 | $30.67 | 1.44 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $25.00 | $30.56 | $37.28 | $27.41 | 1.11 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.78 | $37.22 | $46.41 | $30.38 | 1.23 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $27.68 | $32.25 | $42.45 | $26.77 | 1.20 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $30.44 | $36.68 | $39.95 | $26.65 | 1.38 |
Concrete & paving in Springfield
Across these 7 projects, Springfield averages +11% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at +20% and concrete slab lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Springfield | 400 sq ft | $2,650 – $5,500 | +7% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Springfield | 600 sq ft | $4,050 – $10,500 | +13% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Springfield | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $8,000 | +7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Springfield | 1,000 sq ft | $2,800 – $11,400 | +12% |
| Paver patio cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $3,600 – $6,550 | +20% |
| Concrete patio cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $1,300 – $4,400 | +9% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Springfield | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,600 | +8% |
Decks & outdoor in Springfield
Across these 2 projects, Springfield averages +12% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +15% and wood deck lowest at +10%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $8,300 – $16,600 | +10% |
| Composite deck cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $13,800 – $27,700 | +15% |
Building & additions in Springfield
The 2 jobs here average +14% versus the US in Springfield, from +11% (detached garage) to +16% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Springfield | 576 sq ft | $32,200 – $64,500 | +11% |
| Home addition cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $44,200 – $89,300 | +16% |
Doors & windows in Springfield
Across these 5 projects, Springfield averages +7% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at +13% and front door lowest at +4%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $750 – $3,800 | +4% |
| Storm door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $380 – $1,000 | +7% |
| Front door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $560 – $2,550 | +4% |
| Window replacement cost in Springfield | 10 windows | $4,950 – $15,900 | +7% |
| Patio door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $650 – $6,800 | +13% |
Fencing in Springfield
Across these 4 projects, Springfield averages +10% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +17% and vinyl fence lowest at +4%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $8,350 | +10% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $4,650 – $9,600 | +4% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $1,700 – $7,300 | +17% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $12,200 | +8% |
Roofing & exterior in Springfield
Across these 5 projects, Springfield averages +12% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +21% and attic insulation lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Springfield | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,650 – $14,900 | +21% |
| Metal roof cost in Springfield | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $12,800 – $37,500 | +18% |
| Gutters cost in Springfield | 160 linear ft | $1,450 – $4,550 | +10% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Springfield | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,400 – $28,200 | +12% |
| Attic insulation cost in Springfield | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | level |
Kitchen & bath in Springfield
The 5 jobs here average +10% versus the US in Springfield, from +3% (kitchen remodel) to +17% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Springfield | 25 linear ft | $4,500 – $15,800 | +11% |
| Shower pan cost in Springfield | 1 pan | $1,150 – $3,200 | +17% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Springfield | 120 sq ft | $19,000 – $32,300 | +3% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Springfield | 45 sq ft | $5,250 – $26,100 | +12% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Springfield | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +7% |
Landscaping & drainage in Springfield
The 5 jobs here average +14% versus the US in Springfield, from +7% (sod installation) to +17% (retaining wall).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Springfield | 60 linear ft | $670 – $2,350 | +12% |
| Retaining wall cost in Springfield | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,650 – $15,300 | +17% |
| Sod installation cost in Springfield | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,550 | +7% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Springfield | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,700 – $11,700 | +17% |
| Inground pool cost in Springfield | 450 sq ft | $42,200 – $131,500 | +17% |
Flooring & interior in Springfield
Across these 3 projects, Springfield averages +11% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at +16% and tile flooring lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Springfield | 500 sq ft | $6,050 – $13,600 | +9% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Springfield | 500 sq ft | $2,400 – $8,000 | +16% |
| Tile flooring cost in Springfield | 200 sq ft | $2,850 – $10,500 | +7% |
Springfield against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Springfield prices +11% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, none price higher and 5 lower. Norwich is the lowest at +3% (55 miles) and Worcester the highest at +11% (40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MAthis page | 96.1 | 97.0 | +11% | |
| Amherst, MA | 15 miles | 100.2 | 97.0 | +9% |
| Hartford, CT | 30 miles | 102.7 | 97.3 | +5% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 35 miles | 95.1 | 97.0 | +4% |
| Worcester, MA | 40 miles | 102.5 | 97.0 | +11% |
| Waterbury, CT | 50 miles | 99.8 | 97.3 | +4% |
| Norwich, CT | 55 miles | 100.4 | 97.3 | +3% |