Home project costs in Montana
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Montana wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Montana is number 30 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 94.6, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 96.0, rank 36. The state has 511,580 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 10 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 19 below, and 9 are level with it. The biggest premiums are shower pan (+7%), sprinkler system (+5%) and sod installation (+4%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−14%), hardwood flooring (−7%) and window replacement (−5%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 15 to 18°F, July average highs of 82 to 87°F and 14 to 20 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Montana
How the metros in Montana compare
Inside Montana, Bozeman is the priciest of the 3 metros we cover at +2% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Billings the cheapest at −1%. That is a gap of 3.6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 | 102.5 | 96.0 | +2% |
| Missoula, MT | 67,070 | 96.4 | 96.0 | −1% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 | 93.5 | 96.0 | −1% |
What trades earn in Montana
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $20.80 | $23.96 | $28.24 | $22.66 | 1.06 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.84 | $28.28 | $32.47 | $29.12 | 0.97 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $27.07 | $29.61 | $34.68 | $28.78 | 1.03 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.32 | $38.44 | $45.37 | $30.67 | 1.25 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $26.07 | $29.63 | $31.20 | $27.41 | 1.08 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $29.04 | $36.90 | $39.14 | $30.38 | 1.21 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $23.23 | $28.21 | $29.82 | $26.77 | 1.05 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.17 | $28.38 | $31.09 | $26.65 | 1.06 |
Concrete & paving in Montana
The 7 jobs here average +1% versus the US in Montana, from −1% (asphalt driveway) to +3% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Montana | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Montana | 600 sq ft | $3,700 – $9,450 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Montana | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,400 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Montana | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,200 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Montana | 300 sq ft | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Montana | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Montana | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,050 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Montana
The 2 jobs here average −3% versus the US in Montana, from −3% (wood deck) to −2% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Montana | 300 sq ft | $7,350 – $14,700 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Montana | 300 sq ft | $11,800 – $23,600 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Montana
Across these 2 projects, Montana averages +1% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +2% and detached garage lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Montana | 576 sq ft | $28,900 – $58,000 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Montana | 300 sq ft | $38,700 – $78,400 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Montana
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Montana, from −5% (window replacement) to −2% (garage door).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Montana | 1 door | $690 – $3,600 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Montana | 1 door | $340 – $910 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Montana | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Montana | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Montana | 1 door | $570 – $5,700 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Montana
The 4 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Montana, from −3% (vinyl fence) to level (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Montana | 150 linear ft | $3,000 – $7,500 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Montana | 150 linear ft | $4,400 – $8,900 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Montana | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,150 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Montana | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Montana
The 5 jobs here average −1% versus the US in Montana, from −3% (attic insulation) to +2% (roof replacement).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Montana | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,300 – $12,700 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Montana | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,500 – $32,600 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Montana | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Montana | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,250 – $24,700 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Montana | 1,000 sq ft | $980 – $3,900 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Montana
Across these 5 projects, Montana averages +1% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +7% and kitchen remodel lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Montana | 25 linear ft | $4,150 – $13,900 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Montana | 1 pan | $1,050 – $2,950 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Montana | 120 sq ft | $18,200 – $30,900 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Montana | 45 sq ft | $4,900 – $24,200 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Montana | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Montana
Across these 5 projects, Montana averages +1% against national midpoints. Sprinkler system is highest at +5% and retaining wall lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Montana | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Montana | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,850 – $13,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Montana | 1,500 sq ft | $1,550 – $3,450 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Montana | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,200 – $10,500 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Montana | 450 sq ft | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Montana
The 3 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Montana, from −14% (laminate flooring) to level (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Montana range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Montana | 500 sq ft | $5,100 – $11,600 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Montana | 500 sq ft | $1,650 – $6,050 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Montana | 200 sq ft | $2,500 – $9,900 | $6,200 |