Home project costs in New Jersey
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using New Jersey wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
New Jersey ranks 4 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 108.8, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 107.1 (rank 3). BLS counts 4,285,720 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are French drain (+27%), roof replacement (+26%) and metal roof (+26%); the lowest are laminate flooring (+6%), hardwood flooring (+7%) and front door (+7%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 24 to 30°F, July average highs of 80 to 86°F and 43 to 46 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in New Jersey
How the metros in New Jersey compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of New Jersey's 3 metros. On average Vineland sits highest (+13% versus the US) and Atlantic City lowest (+6%), 7.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland, NJ | 62,300 | 96.0 | 99.8 | +13% |
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 | 103.2 | 99.8 | +12% |
| Atlantic City, NJ | 168,700 | 98.9 | 99.8 | +6% |
What trades earn in New Jersey
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.46 | $30.80 | $45.44 | $22.66 | 1.36 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $24.63 | $30.77 | $38.67 | $29.12 | 1.06 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $30.82 | $43.11 | $60.74 | $28.78 | 1.50 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.72 | $37.61 | $51.36 | $30.67 | 1.23 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $26.36 | $29.52 | $36.01 | $27.41 | 1.08 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $30.00 | $37.14 | $58.23 | $30.38 | 1.22 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $22.31 | $29.99 | $46.73 | $26.77 | 1.12 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.88 | $36.83 | $47.96 | $26.65 | 1.38 |
Concrete & paving in New Jersey
The 7 jobs here average +16% versus the US in New Jersey, from +13% (concrete slab) to +25% (gravel driveway).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in New Jersey | 400 sq ft | $2,800 – $5,850 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in New Jersey | 600 sq ft | $4,200 – $10,700 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in New Jersey | 600 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,450 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in New Jersey | 1,000 sq ft | $3,150 – $12,700 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in New Jersey | 300 sq ft | $3,550 – $6,500 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in New Jersey | 300 sq ft | $1,400 – $4,600 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in New Jersey | 400 sq ft | $3,650 – $9,050 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in New Jersey
The 2 jobs here average +9% versus the US in New Jersey, from +9% (wood deck) to +10% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in New Jersey | 300 sq ft | $8,250 – $16,500 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in New Jersey | 300 sq ft | $13,200 – $26,500 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in New Jersey
Across these 2 projects, New Jersey averages +12% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +12% and detached garage lowest at +12%.
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in New Jersey | 576 sq ft | $32,400 – $65,100 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in New Jersey | 300 sq ft | $42,600 – $86,300 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in New Jersey
The 5 jobs here average +8% versus the US in New Jersey, from +7% (front door) to +9% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in New Jersey | 1 door | $760 – $4,000 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in New Jersey | 1 door | $370 – $1,000 | $650 |
| Front door cost in New Jersey | 1 door | $530 – $2,650 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in New Jersey | 10 windows | $4,950 – $16,400 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in New Jersey | 1 door | $650 – $6,550 | $3,300 |
Fencing in New Jersey
The 4 jobs here average +13% versus the US in New Jersey, from +10% (vinyl fence) to +17% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in New Jersey | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $8,500 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in New Jersey | 150 linear ft | $4,950 – $10,100 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in New Jersey | 150 linear ft | $1,750 – $7,250 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in New Jersey | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $12,900 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in New Jersey
The 5 jobs here average +19% versus the US in New Jersey, from +9% (attic insulation) to +26% (roof replacement).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in New Jersey | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,900 – $15,500 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in New Jersey | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $13,500 – $40,100 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in New Jersey | 160 linear ft | $1,600 – $5,000 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in New Jersey | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,500 – $28,500 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in New Jersey | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,350 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in New Jersey
Across these 5 projects, New Jersey averages +10% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +13% and kitchen cabinets lowest at +8%.
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in New Jersey | 25 linear ft | $4,600 – $15,200 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in New Jersey | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,150 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in New Jersey | 120 sq ft | $20,100 – $34,200 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in New Jersey | 45 sq ft | $5,300 – $26,200 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in New Jersey | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,650 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in New Jersey
Across these 5 projects, New Jersey averages +20% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at +27% and sod installation lowest at +9%.
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in New Jersey | 60 linear ft | $760 – $2,650 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in New Jersey | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,650 – $15,700 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in New Jersey | 1,500 sq ft | $1,650 – $3,600 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in New Jersey | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,850 – $12,100 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in New Jersey | 450 sq ft | $44,200 – $138,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in New Jersey
The 3 jobs here average +8% versus the US in New Jersey, from +6% (laminate flooring) to +11% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | New Jersey range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in New Jersey | 500 sq ft | $5,850 – $13,300 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in New Jersey | 500 sq ft | $2,100 – $7,450 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in New Jersey | 200 sq ft | $2,750 – $11,000 | $6,200 |