Home project costs in New Hampshire
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using New Hampshire wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, New Hampshire is number 9 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 104.2, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 98.6, rank 17. The state has 683,290 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 15 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 9 below, and 14 are level with it. The biggest premiums are sod installation (+6%), paver patio (+5%) and roof replacement (+4%); the biggest discounts are kitchen backsplash (−5%), tile flooring (−4%) and shower pan (−1%).
Weather across the metro we cover: January average lows of 17°F, July average highs of 84°F and 40 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in New Hampshire
How the metros in New Hampshire compare
Manchester is the only New Hampshire metro in our dataset. Averaged over all 38 projects it prices level against the US midpoint, compared with +1% for the state as a whole.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester, NH | 199,560 | 105.7 | 97.7 | level |
What trades earn in New Hampshire
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $21.61 | $24.03 | $28.32 | $22.66 | 1.06 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $24.12 | $29.42 | $35.46 | $29.12 | 1.01 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $27.55 | $29.91 | $35.51 | $28.78 | 1.04 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $25.29 | $32.12 | $37.06 | $30.67 | 1.05 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $23.26 | $26.06 | $31.63 | $27.41 | 0.95 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.28 | $30.21 | $37.68 | $30.38 | 0.99 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $22.93 | $23.99 | $28.65 | $26.77 | 0.90 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.40 | $28.76 | $34.80 | $26.65 | 1.08 |
Concrete & paving in New Hampshire
Across these 7 projects, New Hampshire averages +1% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at +5% and stamped concrete lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in New Hampshire | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,150 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in New Hampshire | 600 sq ft | $3,650 – $9,150 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in New Hampshire | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in New Hampshire | 1,000 sq ft | $2,550 – $10,400 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in New Hampshire | 300 sq ft | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in New Hampshire | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in New Hampshire | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,900 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in New Hampshire
Across these 2 projects, New Hampshire averages level against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +1% and wood deck lowest at level.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in New Hampshire | 300 sq ft | $7,550 – $15,200 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in New Hampshire | 300 sq ft | $12,100 – $24,300 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in New Hampshire
The 2 jobs here average level versus the US in New Hampshire, from level (detached garage) to +1% (home addition).
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in New Hampshire | 576 sq ft | $29,000 – $58,200 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in New Hampshire | 300 sq ft | $38,300 – $77,600 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in New Hampshire
Across these 5 projects, New Hampshire averages level against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at level and front door lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in New Hampshire | 1 door | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in New Hampshire | 1 door | $350 – $950 | $650 |
| Front door cost in New Hampshire | 1 door | $500 – $2,500 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in New Hampshire | 10 windows | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in New Hampshire | 1 door | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 |
Fencing in New Hampshire
Across these 4 projects, New Hampshire averages +1% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +2% and vinyl fence lowest at level.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in New Hampshire | 150 linear ft | $3,050 – $7,700 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in New Hampshire | 150 linear ft | $4,500 – $9,150 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in New Hampshire | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,300 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in New Hampshire | 150 linear ft | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in New Hampshire
Across these 5 projects, New Hampshire averages +2% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +4% and vinyl siding lowest at level.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in New Hampshire | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,400 – $13,000 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in New Hampshire | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,600 – $33,200 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in New Hampshire | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in New Hampshire | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,450 – $25,300 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in New Hampshire | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in New Hampshire
The 5 jobs here average −1% versus the US in New Hampshire, from −5% (kitchen backsplash) to level (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in New Hampshire | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in New Hampshire | 1 pan | $910 – $2,750 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in New Hampshire | 120 sq ft | $18,300 – $31,300 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in New Hampshire | 45 sq ft | $4,650 – $23,100 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in New Hampshire | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,450 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in New Hampshire
The 5 jobs here average +3% versus the US in New Hampshire, from +2% (sprinkler system) to +6% (sod installation).
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in New Hampshire | 60 linear ft | $620 – $2,150 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in New Hampshire | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,300 – $13,700 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in New Hampshire | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,500 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in New Hampshire | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,100 – $10,200 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in New Hampshire | 450 sq ft | $36,900 – $115,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in New Hampshire
Across these 3 projects, New Hampshire averages −2% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at level and tile flooring lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | New Hampshire range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in New Hampshire | 500 sq ft | $5,500 – $12,400 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in New Hampshire | 500 sq ft | $2,000 – $6,950 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in New Hampshire | 200 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,650 | $6,200 |