Home project costs in North Dakota
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using North Dakota wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, North Dakota is number 44 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 89.0, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 95.7, rank 39. The state has 429,430 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 5 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 31 below, and 2 are level with it. The biggest premiums are retaining wall (+5%), paver patio (+5%) and roof replacement (+3%); the biggest discounts are kitchen backsplash (−11%), tile flooring (−10%) and shower pan (−10%).
Weather across the 2 metros we cover: January average lows of 0 to 2°F, July average highs of 82 to 85°F and 19 to 24 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in North Dakota
How the metros in North Dakota compare
Inside North Dakota, Fargo is the priciest of the 2 metros we cover at −2% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Bismarck the cheapest at −3%. That is a gap of 1.8 percentage points between the two. Wages and prices are close enough across the state that the choice of city moves a quote very little.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 148,660 | 90.9 | 95.7 | −2% |
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 | 91.0 | 95.7 | −3% |
What trades earn in North Dakota
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $21.96 | $23.59 | $29.17 | $22.66 | 1.04 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.47 | $27.83 | $30.55 | $29.12 | 0.96 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $27.97 | $29.88 | $36.75 | $28.78 | 1.04 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.92 | $30.56 | $36.95 | $30.67 | 1.00 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $24.14 | $27.74 | $29.53 | $27.41 | 1.01 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.36 | $31.59 | $38.71 | $30.38 | 1.04 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $18.00 | $20.49 | $29.68 | $26.77 | 0.77 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.08 | $28.72 | $34.68 | $26.65 | 1.08 |
Concrete & paving in North Dakota
Across these 7 projects, North Dakota averages level against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at +5% and concrete slab lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in North Dakota | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,050 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in North Dakota | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,200 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in North Dakota | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in North Dakota | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,200 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in North Dakota | 300 sq ft | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in North Dakota | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in North Dakota | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,850 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in North Dakota
Across these 2 projects, North Dakota averages −4% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at −3% and wood deck lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in North Dakota | 300 sq ft | $7,250 – $14,600 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in North Dakota | 300 sq ft | $11,600 – $23,300 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in North Dakota
The 2 jobs here average −3% versus the US in North Dakota, from −4% (home addition) to −2% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in North Dakota | 576 sq ft | $28,300 – $56,900 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in North Dakota | 300 sq ft | $36,600 – $74,100 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in North Dakota
Across these 5 projects, North Dakota averages −3% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at −2% and front door lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in North Dakota | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in North Dakota | 1 door | $340 – $910 | $650 |
| Front door cost in North Dakota | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in North Dakota | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in North Dakota | 1 door | $580 – $5,850 | $3,300 |
Fencing in North Dakota
Across these 4 projects, North Dakota averages −3% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at −1% and vinyl fence lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in North Dakota | 150 linear ft | $2,950 – $7,400 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in North Dakota | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,850 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in North Dakota | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,100 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in North Dakota | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in North Dakota
Across these 5 projects, North Dakota averages −1% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +3% and attic insulation lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in North Dakota | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in North Dakota | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,600 – $32,900 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in North Dakota | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in North Dakota | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,200 – $24,500 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in North Dakota | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in North Dakota
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in North Dakota, from −11% (kitchen backsplash) to −5% (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in North Dakota | 25 linear ft | $4,050 – $13,400 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in North Dakota | 1 pan | $830 – $2,550 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in North Dakota | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $30,000 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in North Dakota | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,800 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in North Dakota | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in North Dakota
The 5 jobs here average +1% versus the US in North Dakota, from −1% (sprinkler system) to +5% (retaining wall).
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in North Dakota | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in North Dakota | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,600 – $13,900 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in North Dakota | 1,500 sq ft | $1,500 – $3,250 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in North Dakota | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,950 – $9,900 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in North Dakota | 450 sq ft | $37,000 – $115,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in North Dakota
Across these 3 projects, North Dakota averages −8% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at −6% and tile flooring lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | North Dakota range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in North Dakota | 500 sq ft | $5,200 – $11,800 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in North Dakota | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,450 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in North Dakota | 200 sq ft | $2,000 – $9,100 | $6,200 |