Home project costs in New Mexico
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using New Mexico wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, New Mexico is number 37 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 92.2, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 96.1, rank 35. The state has 870,970 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are storm door (−3%), front door (−3%) and kitchen cabinets (−4%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−13%), paver patio (−13%) and retaining wall (−12%).
Weather across the 3 metros we cover: January average lows of 18 to 30°F, July average highs of 86 to 96°F and 9 to 13 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in New Mexico
How the metros in New Mexico compare
Inside New Mexico, Albuquerque is the priciest of the 3 metros we cover at −6% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Las Cruces the cheapest at −9%. That is a gap of 3.1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 404,700 | 95.5 | 96.1 | −6% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 | 98.8 | 96.1 | −7% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 | 90.2 | 96.1 | −9% |
What trades earn in New Mexico
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.07 | $18.46 | $22.26 | $22.66 | 0.81 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.67 | $28.71 | $30.44 | $29.12 | 0.99 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.82 | $25.00 | $28.89 | $28.78 | 0.87 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $21.72 | $29.54 | $37.60 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $21.72 | $23.67 | $28.85 | $27.41 | 0.86 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.46 | $28.07 | $35.28 | $30.38 | 0.92 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $16.86 | $21.42 | $23.34 | $26.77 | 0.80 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.49 | $21.78 | $26.94 | $26.65 | 0.82 |
Concrete & paving in New Mexico
Across these 7 projects, New Mexico averages −10% against national midpoints. Concrete slab is highest at −8% and paver patio lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in New Mexico | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in New Mexico | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,200 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in New Mexico | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,750 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in New Mexico | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,200 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in New Mexico | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,750 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in New Mexico | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in New Mexico | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in New Mexico
Across these 2 projects, New Mexico averages −4% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −4% and composite deck lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in New Mexico | 300 sq ft | $7,200 – $14,500 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in New Mexico | 300 sq ft | $11,500 – $23,100 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in New Mexico
The 2 jobs here average −6% versus the US in New Mexico, from −6% (detached garage) to −5% (home addition).
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in New Mexico | 576 sq ft | $27,100 – $54,400 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in New Mexico | 300 sq ft | $36,000 – $72,900 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in New Mexico
Across these 5 projects, New Mexico averages −4% against national midpoints. Storm door is highest at −3% and window replacement lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in New Mexico | 1 door | $670 – $3,550 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in New Mexico | 1 door | $340 – $920 | $650 |
| Front door cost in New Mexico | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in New Mexico | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in New Mexico | 1 door | $570 – $5,700 | $3,300 |
Fencing in New Mexico
Across these 4 projects, New Mexico averages −6% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −5% and chain-link fence lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in New Mexico | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in New Mexico | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in New Mexico | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in New Mexico | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in New Mexico
Across these 5 projects, New Mexico averages −8% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at −4% and roof replacement lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in New Mexico | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,200 – $11,000 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in New Mexico | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,750 – $29,200 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in New Mexico | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in New Mexico | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,950 – $23,800 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in New Mexico | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in New Mexico
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in New Mexico, from −10% (kitchen backsplash) to −4% (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in New Mexico | 25 linear ft | $4,100 – $13,500 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in New Mexico | 1 pan | $830 – $2,550 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in New Mexico | 120 sq ft | $17,700 – $30,100 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in New Mexico | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,800 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in New Mexico | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in New Mexico
The 5 jobs here average −9% versus the US in New Mexico, from −12% (retaining wall) to −6% (sod installation).
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in New Mexico | 60 linear ft | $540 – $1,900 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in New Mexico | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,000 – $12,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in New Mexico | 1,500 sq ft | $1,400 – $3,100 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in New Mexico | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,700 – $9,200 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in New Mexico | 450 sq ft | $32,200 – $100,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in New Mexico
Across these 3 projects, New Mexico averages −7% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at −4% and tile flooring lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | New Mexico range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in New Mexico | 500 sq ft | $5,250 – $12,000 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in New Mexico | 500 sq ft | $1,850 – $6,600 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in New Mexico | 200 sq ft | $2,000 – $9,150 | $6,200 |