Home project costs in Nebraska
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Nebraska wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Nebraska ranks 41 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 90.1, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 94.1 (rank 45). BLS counts 1,024,370 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 (+10%), tile flooring (−1%) and kitchen backsplash (−2%); the biggest discounts are home addition (−11%), roof replacement (−11%) and composite deck (−10%).
Weather across the 2 metros we cover: January average lows of 14 to 15°F, July average highs of 88 to 89°F and 29 to 32 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Nebraska
How the metros in Nebraska compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of Nebraska's 2 metros. On average Omaha sits highest (−4% versus the US) and Lincoln lowest (−6%), 2.1 percentage points apart. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE | 498,100 | 91.9 | 94.1 | −4% |
| Lincoln, NE | 182,620 | 91.6 | 94.1 | −6% |
What trades earn in Nebraska
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $19.38 | $22.72 | $26.71 | $22.66 | 1.00 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.77 | $24.19 | $30.09 | $29.12 | 0.83 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.05 | $28.06 | $30.52 | $28.78 | 0.97 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.21 | $29.31 | $39.38 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.58 | $23.80 | $28.76 | $27.41 | 0.87 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.14 | $29.24 | $38.04 | $30.38 | 0.96 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $23.15 | $28.53 | $29.44 | $26.77 | 1.07 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $19.03 | $22.34 | $26.75 | $26.65 | 0.84 |
Concrete & paving in Nebraska
Across these 7 projects, Nebraska averages −6% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at −3% and concrete driveway lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Nebraska | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,850 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Nebraska | 600 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,500 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Nebraska | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,950 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Nebraska | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,850 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Nebraska | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Nebraska | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Nebraska | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Nebraska
Across these 2 projects, Nebraska averages −10% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −9% and composite deck lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Nebraska | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,700 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Nebraska | 300 sq ft | $10,800 – $21,600 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Nebraska
The 2 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Nebraska, from −11% (home addition) to −9% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Nebraska | 576 sq ft | $26,400 – $53,000 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Nebraska | 300 sq ft | $33,700 – $68,300 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Nebraska
Across these 5 projects, Nebraska averages −8% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at −7% and patio door lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Nebraska | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Nebraska | 1 door | $320 – $870 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Nebraska | 1 door | $450 – $2,300 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Nebraska | 10 windows | $4,150 – $13,900 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Nebraska | 1 door | $550 – $5,400 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Nebraska
Across these 4 projects, Nebraska averages −7% against national midpoints. Aluminum fence is highest at −6% and wood fence lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Nebraska | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,050 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Nebraska | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,550 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Nebraska | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Nebraska | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Nebraska
Across these 5 projects, Nebraska averages −4% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at +10% and roof replacement lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Nebraska | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,400 – $11,200 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Nebraska | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,200 – $29,800 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Nebraska | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Nebraska | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,200 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Nebraska | 1,000 sq ft | $1,150 – $4,350 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Nebraska
The 5 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Nebraska, from −10% (kitchen cabinets) to −2% (kitchen backsplash).
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Nebraska | 25 linear ft | $3,850 – $12,500 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Nebraska | 1 pan | $930 – $2,700 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Nebraska | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,300 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Nebraska | 45 sq ft | $4,450 – $22,000 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Nebraska | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,450 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Nebraska
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Nebraska, from −4% (French drain) to −3% (sod installation).
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Nebraska | 60 linear ft | $580 – $2,000 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Nebraska | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,850 – $12,900 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Nebraska | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Nebraska | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,850 – $9,600 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Nebraska | 450 sq ft | $34,800 – $109,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Nebraska
Across these 3 projects, Nebraska averages −5% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −1% and hardwood flooring lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Nebraska range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Nebraska | 500 sq ft | $5,050 – $11,500 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Nebraska | 500 sq ft | $1,850 – $6,550 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Nebraska | 200 sq ft | $2,500 – $9,750 | $6,200 |