Home project costs in Winston, NC
Every project we cover, priced for the Winston-Salem metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Winston-Salem area is 92.0 against 100 for the US, which puts Winston 210th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.6. BLS counts roughly 271,980 jobs here.
In Winston, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are sod installation (−5%), vinyl fence (−6%) and kitchen remodel (−7%); the biggest discounts are shower pan (−14%), concrete driveway (−13%) and home addition (−13%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Winston Salem Rynlds Ap, 8 miles away) shows a January average low of 31°F, a July average high of 88°F and 43 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through October; for exterior installation, every month is workable.
What local trades earn in Winston
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.01 | $20.29 | $22.76 | $22.66 | 0.90 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $20.95 | $24.01 | $27.79 | $29.12 | 0.82 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $21.65 | $22.88 | $24.80 | $28.78 | 0.79 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.12 | $23.67 | $29.07 | $30.67 | 0.77 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.54 | $21.48 | $22.75 | $27.41 | 0.78 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.39 | $26.97 | $29.08 | $30.38 | 0.89 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $19.64 | $22.00 | $26.92 | $26.77 | 0.82 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $22.18 | $23.69 | $27.37 | $26.65 | 0.89 |
Concrete & paving in Winston
The 7 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Winston, from −13% (concrete driveway) to −7% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Winston | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,700 | −10% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Winston | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | −13% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Winston | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,850 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Winston | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,250 | −9% |
| Paver patio cost in Winston | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $4,950 | −9% |
| Concrete patio cost in Winston | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,500 | −11% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Winston | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,050 | −11% |
Decks & outdoor in Winston
The 2 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Winston, from −11% (composite deck) to −9% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Winston | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,800 | −9% |
| Composite deck cost in Winston | 300 sq ft | $10,700 – $21,500 | −11% |
Building & additions in Winston
Across these 2 projects, Winston averages −11% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −9% and home addition lowest at −13%.
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Winston | 576 sq ft | $26,200 – $52,600 | −9% |
| Home addition cost in Winston | 300 sq ft | $33,000 – $66,900 | −13% |
Doors & windows in Winston
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Winston, from −10% (patio door) to −7% (front door).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Winston | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | −7% |
| Storm door cost in Winston | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Front door cost in Winston | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Window replacement cost in Winston | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | −7% |
| Patio door cost in Winston | 1 door | $550 – $5,400 | −10% |
Fencing in Winston
The 4 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Winston, from −9% (chain-link fence) to −6% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Winston | 150 linear ft | $2,750 – $7,050 | −8% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Winston | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,600 | −6% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Winston | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,550 | −9% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Winston | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $10,500 | −8% |
Roofing & exterior in Winston
The 5 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Winston, from −10% (attic insulation) to −8% (roof replacement).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Winston | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,550 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Metal roof cost in Winston | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,000 – $29,700 | −9% |
| Gutters cost in Winston | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,850 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Winston | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,600 – $22,800 | −10% |
| Attic insulation cost in Winston | 1,000 sq ft | $880 – $3,650 | −10% |
Kitchen & bath in Winston
Across these 5 projects, Winston averages −10% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −7% and shower pan lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Winston | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,400 | −11% |
| Shower pan cost in Winston | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Winston | 120 sq ft | $17,300 – $29,400 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Winston | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,500 | −12% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Winston | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Landscaping & drainage in Winston
Across these 5 projects, Winston averages −9% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −5% and sprinkler system lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Winston | 60 linear ft | $550 – $1,950 | −8% |
| Retaining wall cost in Winston | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,150 – $12,200 | −11% |
| Sod installation cost in Winston | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | −5% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Winston | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,550 – $8,950 | −11% |
| Inground pool cost in Winston | 450 sq ft | $32,300 – $101,000 | −11% |
Flooring & interior in Winston
The 3 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Winston, from −9% (tile flooring) to −8% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | Winston range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Winston | 500 sq ft | $5,050 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Winston | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,400 | −9% |
| Tile flooring cost in Winston | 200 sq ft | $2,050 – $9,250 | −9% |
Winston against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Winston prices −9% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 4 price higher and none lower. Hickory is the lowest at −9% (65 miles) and Charlotte the highest at −7% (70 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston, NCthis page | 92.0 | 96.6 | −9% | |
| Greensboro, NC | 30 miles | 92.9 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Burlington, NC | 55 miles | 93.2 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Hickory, NC | 65 miles | 88.5 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Charlotte, NC | 70 miles | 97.3 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Durham, NC | 70 miles | 97.6 | 96.6 | −7% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 75 miles | 92.7 | 96.8 | −9% |