Home project costs in Mississippi
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Mississippi wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Mississippi ranks 50 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 87.0, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 96.2 (rank 33). BLS counts 1,163,030 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 1 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 37 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (+4%), kitchen remodel (−7%) and garage door (−7%); the biggest discounts are concrete driveway (−16%), shower pan (−15%) and home addition (−14%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 38 to 42°F, July average highs of 90 to 92°F and 51 to 63 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Mississippi
How the metros in Mississippi compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of Mississippi's 3 metros. On average Gulfport sits highest (−10% versus the US) and Hattiesburg lowest (−12%), 1.9 percentage points apart. Wages and prices are close enough across the state that the choice of city moves a quote very little.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 | 90.0 | 96.2 | −10% |
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 | 89.0 | 96.2 | −11% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 | 87.6 | 96.2 | −12% |
What trades earn in Mississippi
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $16.25 | $18.13 | $22.01 | $22.66 | 0.80 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $18.47 | $23.39 | $25.23 | $29.12 | 0.80 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $19.00 | $22.79 | $27.50 | $28.78 | 0.79 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $19.72 | $26.67 | $30.31 | $30.67 | 0.87 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $17.50 | $21.14 | $22.89 | $27.41 | 0.77 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.77 | $29.26 | $30.64 | $30.38 | 0.96 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $17.97 | $18.81 | $24.12 | $26.77 | 0.70 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $17.53 | $21.61 | $23.56 | $26.65 | 0.81 |
Concrete & paving in Mississippi
Across these 7 projects, Mississippi averages −13% against national midpoints. Concrete slab is highest at −12% and concrete driveway lowest at −16%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Mississippi | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Mississippi | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Mississippi | 600 sq ft | $2,700 – $6,450 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Mississippi | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $8,950 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Mississippi | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,650 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Mississippi | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Mississippi | 400 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,900 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Mississippi
Across these 2 projects, Mississippi averages −12% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −11% and composite deck lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Mississippi | 300 sq ft | $6,750 – $13,500 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Mississippi | 300 sq ft | $10,400 – $20,900 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Mississippi
The 2 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Mississippi, from −14% (home addition) to −11% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Mississippi | 576 sq ft | $25,700 – $51,600 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Mississippi | 300 sq ft | $32,500 – $66,000 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Mississippi
Across these 5 projects, Mississippi averages −10% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at −7% and patio door lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Mississippi | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Mississippi | 1 door | $310 – $860 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Mississippi | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Mississippi | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,600 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Mississippi | 1 door | $540 – $5,200 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Mississippi
Across these 4 projects, Mississippi averages −10% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −7% and chain-link fence lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Mississippi | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,850 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Mississippi | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,450 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Mississippi | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Mississippi | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,400 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Mississippi
Across these 5 projects, Mississippi averages −9% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at +4% and roof replacement lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Mississippi | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,200 – $10,900 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Mississippi | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,500 – $28,800 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Mississippi | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Mississippi | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,400 – $22,200 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Mississippi | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,150 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Mississippi
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Mississippi, from −15% (shower pan) to −7% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Mississippi | 25 linear ft | $3,850 – $12,300 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Mississippi | 1 pan | $760 – $2,400 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Mississippi | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,300 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Mississippi | 45 sq ft | $4,100 – $20,400 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Mississippi | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,300 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Mississippi
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Mississippi, from −12% (inground pool) to −11% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Mississippi | 60 linear ft | $530 – $1,850 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Mississippi | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,050 – $12,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Mississippi | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $2,900 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Mississippi | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,550 – $8,900 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Mississippi | 450 sq ft | $31,700 – $99,100 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Mississippi
Across these 3 projects, Mississippi averages −11% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at −10% and tile flooring lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Mississippi range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Mississippi | 500 sq ft | $4,950 – $11,300 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Mississippi | 500 sq ft | $1,750 – $6,250 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Mississippi | 200 sq ft | $1,800 – $8,900 | $6,200 |