Home project costs in Springfield, MO
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 88.6 against 100 for the US, which puts Springfield 264th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 94.2. BLS counts roughly 223,030 jobs here.
In Springfield, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are concrete driveway (−2%), stamped concrete (−3%) and paver patio (−3%); the biggest discounts are kitchen backsplash (−13%), tile flooring (−12%) and shower pan (−11%). 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 (Springfield Wbo, 1 miles away) shows a January average low of 23°F, a July average high of 88°F and 47 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through October; for exterior installation, they are February through December.
What local trades earn in Springfield
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $19.26 | $23.00 | $28.96 | $22.66 | 1.02 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.89 | $25.00 | $31.04 | $29.12 | 0.86 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.04 | $25.64 | $35.39 | $28.78 | 0.89 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.59 | $29.52 | $43.21 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $21.37 | $28.13 | $30.38 | $27.41 | 1.03 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.40 | $27.21 | $34.89 | $30.38 | 0.90 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $18.20 | $20.29 | $28.91 | $26.77 | 0.76 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.76 | $22.70 | $28.21 | $26.65 | 0.85 |
Concrete & paving in Springfield
Across these 7 projects, Springfield averages −4% against national midpoints. Concrete driveway is highest at −2% and asphalt driveway lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Springfield | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $5,000 | −4% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Springfield | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $9,000 | −2% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Springfield | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,900 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Springfield | 1,000 sq ft | $2,350 – $9,650 | −5% |
| Paver patio cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,250 | −3% |
| Concrete patio cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,850 | −4% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Springfield | 400 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | −3% |
Decks & outdoor in Springfield
Across these 2 projects, Springfield averages −9% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −8% and composite deck lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $6,950 – $13,900 | −8% |
| Composite deck cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $11,000 – $22,000 | −9% |
Building & additions in Springfield
The 2 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Springfield, from −9% (home addition) to −7% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Springfield | 576 sq ft | $26,900 – $54,000 | −7% |
| Home addition cost in Springfield | 300 sq ft | $34,700 – $70,200 | −9% |
Doors & windows in Springfield
Across these 5 projects, Springfield averages −8% against national midpoints. Window replacement is highest at −7% and patio door lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $640 – $3,400 | −8% |
| Storm door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $320 – $870 | −8% |
| Front door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $450 – $2,300 | −8% |
| Window replacement cost in Springfield | 10 windows | $4,150 – $13,900 | −7% |
| Patio door cost in Springfield | 1 door | $550 – $5,450 | −9% |
Fencing in Springfield
Across these 4 projects, Springfield averages −6% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at −5% and aluminum fence lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,150 | −7% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,600 | −6% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,850 | −5% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Springfield | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | −7% |
Roofing & exterior in Springfield
Across these 5 projects, Springfield averages −8% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at −5% and metal roof lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Springfield | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,450 – $11,300 | −10% |
| Metal roof cost in Springfield | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,900 – $29,300 | −10% |
| Gutters cost in Springfield | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,850 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Springfield | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,200 | −8% |
| Attic insulation cost in Springfield | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,800 | −5% |
Kitchen & bath in Springfield
The 5 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Springfield, from −13% (kitchen backsplash) to −7% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Springfield | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,600 | −10% |
| Shower pan cost in Springfield | 1 pan | $810 – $2,500 | −11% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Springfield | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,200 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Springfield | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,200 | −9% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Springfield | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,300 | −13% |
Landscaping & drainage in Springfield
The 5 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Springfield, from −6% (sod installation) to −4% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Springfield | 60 linear ft | $580 – $2,000 | −4% |
| Retaining wall cost in Springfield | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,750 – $12,800 | −5% |
| Sod installation cost in Springfield | 1,500 sq ft | $1,400 – $3,100 | −6% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Springfield | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,800 – $9,550 | −4% |
| Inground pool cost in Springfield | 450 sq ft | $34,400 – $107,500 | −5% |
Flooring & interior in Springfield
Across these 3 projects, Springfield averages −9% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at −7% and tile flooring lowest at −12%.
| Project | Size | Springfield range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Springfield | 500 sq ft | $5,050 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Springfield | 500 sq ft | $1,850 – $6,500 | −7% |
| Tile flooring cost in Springfield | 200 sq ft | $1,950 – $9,000 | −12% |
Springfield against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Springfield prices −7% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 4 price higher and 2 lower. Fort Smith is the lowest at −15% (150 miles) and Kansas City the highest at roughly level (130 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, MOthis page | 88.6 | 94.2 | −7% | |
| Joplin, MO | 75 miles | 85.7 | 94.2 | −6% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 100 miles | 91.4 | 93.6 | −12% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 105 miles | 88.0 | 94.2 | −1% |
| Columbia, MO | 115 miles | 89.4 | 94.2 | −3% |
| Kansas City, MO | 130 miles | 92.5 | 94.1 | level |
| Fort Smith, AR | 150 miles | 85.9 | 93.6 | −15% |