Home project costs in Jackson, MS
Every project we cover, priced for the Jackson metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Jackson area is 89.0 against 100 for the US, which puts Jackson 258th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.2. BLS counts roughly 270,730 jobs here.
In Jackson, 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 vinyl fence (−7%); the biggest discounts are concrete driveway (−15%), home addition (−15%) and paver patio (−14%). 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 (Jackson Hawkins Fld, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 38°F, a July average high of 92°F and 51 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are February through May and September through November; for exterior installation, they are September through May.
What local trades earn in Jackson
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $16.61 | $18.20 | $22.26 | $22.66 | 0.80 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $20.46 | $23.72 | $25.17 | $29.12 | 0.81 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $19.00 | $22.76 | $26.92 | $28.78 | 0.79 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.08 | $27.48 | $33.33 | $30.67 | 0.90 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.03 | $21.79 | $23.72 | $27.41 | 0.79 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.24 | $25.15 | $31.16 | $30.38 | 0.83 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $17.59 | $21.56 | $23.10 | $26.65 | 0.81 |
Concrete & paving in Jackson
Across these 7 projects, Jackson averages −12% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at −9% and concrete driveway lowest at −15%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Jackson | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,650 | −11% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Jackson | 600 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | −15% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Jackson | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,650 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Jackson | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $8,950 | −12% |
| Paver patio cost in Jackson | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,650 | −14% |
| Concrete patio cost in Jackson | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,450 | −13% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Jackson | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,950 | −12% |
Decks & outdoor in Jackson
Across these 2 projects, Jackson averages −12% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −10% and composite deck lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Jackson | 300 sq ft | $6,750 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Composite deck cost in Jackson | 300 sq ft | $10,500 – $21,100 | −13% |
Building & additions in Jackson
The 2 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Jackson, from −15% (home addition) to −11% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Jackson | 576 sq ft | $25,700 – $51,500 | −11% |
| Home addition cost in Jackson | 300 sq ft | $32,500 – $65,800 | −15% |
Doors & windows in Jackson
Across these 5 projects, Jackson averages −9% against national midpoints. Front door is highest at −7% and patio door lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Jackson | 1 door | $640 – $3,400 | −8% |
| Storm door cost in Jackson | 1 door | $310 – $870 | −9% |
| Front door cost in Jackson | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Window replacement cost in Jackson | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Patio door cost in Jackson | 1 door | $540 – $5,200 | −13% |
Fencing in Jackson
Across these 4 projects, Jackson averages −10% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −7% and chain-link fence lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Jackson | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,900 | −10% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Jackson | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,450 | −7% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Jackson | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,300 | −13% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Jackson | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,400 | −9% |
Roofing & exterior in Jackson
Across these 5 projects, Jackson averages −9% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at +4% and roof replacement lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Jackson | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,200 – $10,900 | −13% |
| Metal roof cost in Jackson | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,500 – $28,800 | −13% |
| Gutters cost in Jackson | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,800 | −10% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Jackson | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,450 – $22,300 | −11% |
| Attic insulation cost in Jackson | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,150 | +4% |
Kitchen & bath in Jackson
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Jackson, from −14% (kitchen backsplash) to −7% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Jackson | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,300 | −11% |
| Shower pan cost in Jackson | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Jackson | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,200 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Jackson | 45 sq ft | $4,100 – $20,400 | −13% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Jackson | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,300 | −14% |
Landscaping & drainage in Jackson
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Jackson, from −12% (sod installation) to −10% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Jackson | 60 linear ft | $530 – $1,850 | −12% |
| Retaining wall cost in Jackson | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,050 – $12,000 | −12% |
| Sod installation cost in Jackson | 1,500 sq ft | $1,300 – $2,900 | −12% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Jackson | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,600 – $9,000 | −10% |
| Inground pool cost in Jackson | 450 sq ft | $31,800 – $99,300 | −12% |
Flooring & interior in Jackson
Across these 3 projects, Jackson averages −11% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at −9% and tile flooring lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Jackson range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Jackson | 500 sq ft | $4,950 – $11,400 | −9% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Jackson | 500 sq ft | $1,750 – $6,300 | −11% |
| Tile flooring cost in Jackson | 200 sq ft | $1,800 – $8,900 | −14% |
Jackson against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Jackson prices −11% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 2 price higher and 2 lower. Monroe is the lowest at −13% (115 miles) and Baton Rouge the highest at −8% (145 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MSthis page | 89.0 | 96.2 | −11% | |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 100 miles | 87.6 | 96.2 | −12% |
| Monroe, LA | 115 miles | 83.6 | 93.7 | −13% |
| Slidell, LA | 140 miles | 92.7 | 93.7 | −11% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 145 miles | 87.7 | 96.4 | −11% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 145 miles | 90.8 | 93.7 | −8% |
| Gulfport, MS | 150 miles | 90.0 | 96.2 | −10% |