Home project costs in North Carolina
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using North Carolina wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
North Carolina ranks 31 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 94.3, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 96.6 (rank 24). BLS counts 4,941,820 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are sod installation (−4%), vinyl fence (−5%) and kitchen remodel (−6%); the biggest discounts are home addition (−12%), composite deck (−11%) and concrete driveway (−11%).
Weather across the 11 metros we cover: January average lows of 29 to 36°F, July average highs of 86 to 91°F and 41 to 60 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in North Carolina
How the metros in North Carolina compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of North Carolina's 11 metros. On average Asheville sits highest (−7% versus the US) and Greenville lowest (−10%), 3.3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 | 96.5 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 | 97.3 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 | 98.2 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 | 97.6 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 | 96.4 | 96.6 | −8% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 | 92.9 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Burlington, NC | 67,830 | 93.2 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 | 92.0 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Hickory, NC | 154,090 | 88.5 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Fayetteville, NC | 131,430 | 92.0 | 96.6 | −10% |
| Greenville, NC | 80,770 | 88.4 | 96.6 | −10% |
What trades earn in North Carolina
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.97 | $21.50 | $23.59 | $22.66 | 0.95 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $20.27 | $23.61 | $28.27 | $29.12 | 0.81 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $21.97 | $23.71 | $27.82 | $28.78 | 0.82 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.38 | $27.44 | $30.43 | $30.67 | 0.89 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.96 | $22.49 | $24.81 | $27.41 | 0.82 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.63 | $27.31 | $29.77 | $30.38 | 0.90 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $19.02 | $21.47 | $24.36 | $26.77 | 0.80 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $21.61 | $23.56 | $27.18 | $26.65 | 0.88 |
Concrete & paving in North Carolina
The 7 jobs here average −8% versus the US in North Carolina, from −11% (concrete driveway) to −7% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in North Carolina | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in North Carolina | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in North Carolina | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,900 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in North Carolina | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,450 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in North Carolina | 300 sq ft | $2,800 – $5,050 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in North Carolina | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in North Carolina | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in North Carolina
The 2 jobs here average −10% versus the US in North Carolina, from −11% (composite deck) to −9% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in North Carolina | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,800 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in North Carolina | 300 sq ft | $10,700 – $21,500 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in North Carolina
Across these 2 projects, North Carolina averages −11% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −9% and home addition lowest at −12%.
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in North Carolina | 576 sq ft | $26,400 – $53,000 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in North Carolina | 300 sq ft | $33,300 – $67,500 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in North Carolina
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in North Carolina, from −10% (patio door) to −7% (garage door).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in North Carolina | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in North Carolina | 1 door | $320 – $870 | $650 |
| Front door cost in North Carolina | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in North Carolina | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in North Carolina | 1 door | $550 – $5,400 | $3,300 |
Fencing in North Carolina
The 4 jobs here average −7% versus the US in North Carolina, from −8% (chain-link fence) to −5% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in North Carolina | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,100 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in North Carolina | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in North Carolina | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in North Carolina | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in North Carolina
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in North Carolina, from −9% (vinyl siding) to −6% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in North Carolina | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,550 – $11,600 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in North Carolina | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,100 – $30,000 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in North Carolina | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in North Carolina | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,650 – $22,900 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in North Carolina | 1,000 sq ft | $930 – $3,750 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in North Carolina
Across these 5 projects, North Carolina averages −9% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −6% and shower pan lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in North Carolina | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,500 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in North Carolina | 1 pan | $810 – $2,550 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in North Carolina | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in North Carolina | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,000 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in North Carolina | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in North Carolina
Across these 5 projects, North Carolina averages −7% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −4% and retaining wall lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in North Carolina | 60 linear ft | $560 – $1,950 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in North Carolina | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,350 – $12,400 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in North Carolina | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in North Carolina | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,750 – $9,350 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in North Carolina | 450 sq ft | $33,200 – $104,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in North Carolina
The 3 jobs here average −9% versus the US in North Carolina, from −9% (tile flooring) to −9% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | North Carolina range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in North Carolina | 500 sq ft | $5,000 – $11,500 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in North Carolina | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,400 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in North Carolina | 200 sq ft | $2,050 – $9,250 | $6,200 |