Home project costs in Medford, OR
Every project we cover, priced for the Medford metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
Medford sits 54th of 300 metros on BEA's regional price index, at 101.4 where the US is 100. Goods, the index that drives materials, is 105.3 (14th). The metro has about 89,060 jobs in BLS's May 2025 survey.
Not every job moves the same way here: 34 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 3 below, and 1 is level with it. Attic insulation (+17%), retaining wall (+10%) and paver patio (+10%) sit highest, and roof replacement (−3%), metal roof (−2%) and kitchen backsplash (−1%) sit lowest. Labor-heavy work tracks local wages; materials-heavy work tracks the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Medford Rogue Vly Ap, 3 miles away) shows a January average low of 33°F, a July average high of 92°F and 18 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through June and September through October; for exterior installation, they are September through June.
What local trades earn in Medford
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $21.42 | $23.72 | $29.22 | $22.66 | 1.05 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $26.77 | $30.01 | $37.14 | $28.78 | 1.04 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $28.53 | $37.71 | $44.88 | $30.67 | 1.23 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $26.38 | $29.81 | $34.90 | $27.41 | 1.09 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $34.62 | $44.43 | $51.02 | $30.38 | 1.46 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $21.03 | $24.25 | $35.07 | $26.77 | 0.91 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $22.08 | $24.01 | $29.26 | $26.65 | 0.90 |
Concrete & paving in Medford
Across these 7 projects, Medford averages +6% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at +10% and gravel driveway lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Medford | 400 sq ft | $2,600 – $5,450 | +5% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Medford | 600 sq ft | $3,850 – $9,700 | +6% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Medford | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $7,950 | +7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Medford | 1,000 sq ft | $2,600 – $10,700 | +5% |
| Paver patio cost in Medford | 300 sq ft | $3,300 – $5,950 | +10% |
| Concrete patio cost in Medford | 300 sq ft | $1,300 – $4,200 | +5% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Medford | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,450 | +6% |
Decks & outdoor in Medford
Across these 2 projects, Medford averages +1% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at +2% and composite deck lowest at +1%.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Medford | 300 sq ft | $7,700 – $15,400 | +2% |
| Composite deck cost in Medford | 300 sq ft | $12,100 – $24,300 | +1% |
Building & additions in Medford
The 2 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Medford, from +4% (home addition) to +5% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Medford | 576 sq ft | $30,300 – $60,800 | +5% |
| Home addition cost in Medford | 300 sq ft | $39,500 – $79,900 | +4% |
Doors & windows in Medford
Across these 5 projects, Medford averages +5% against national midpoints. Window replacement is highest at +7% and storm door lowest at +2%.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Medford | 1 door | $740 – $3,900 | +6% |
| Storm door cost in Medford | 1 door | $350 – $970 | +2% |
| Front door cost in Medford | 1 door | $500 – $2,600 | +3% |
| Window replacement cost in Medford | 10 windows | $4,800 – $16,000 | +7% |
| Patio door cost in Medford | 1 door | $630 – $6,300 | +5% |
Fencing in Medford
Across these 4 projects, Medford averages +3% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at +4% and chain-link fence lowest at +3%.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Medford | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,850 | +3% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Medford | 150 linear ft | $4,750 – $9,500 | +4% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Medford | 150 linear ft | $1,600 – $6,300 | +3% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Medford | 150 linear ft | $3,900 – $11,800 | +3% |
Roofing & exterior in Medford
Across these 5 projects, Medford averages +3% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at +17% and roof replacement lowest at −3%.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Medford | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,850 – $12,200 | −3% |
| Metal roof cost in Medford | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,650 – $32,100 | −2% |
| Gutters cost in Medford | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,300 | +2% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Medford | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,550 – $25,600 | +2% |
| Attic insulation cost in Medford | 1,000 sq ft | $1,200 – $4,650 | +17% |
Kitchen & bath in Medford
The 5 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Medford, from −1% (kitchen backsplash) to +6% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Medford | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,500 | +4% |
| Shower pan cost in Medford | 1 pan | $990 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Medford | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Medford | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,500 | +5% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Medford | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,500 | −1% |
Landscaping & drainage in Medford
The 5 jobs here average +8% versus the US in Medford, from +7% (sod installation) to +10% (retaining wall).
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Medford | 60 linear ft | $640 – $2,250 | +7% |
| Retaining wall cost in Medford | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,900 – $14,700 | +10% |
| Sod installation cost in Medford | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,500 | +7% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Medford | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,350 – $10,900 | +9% |
| Inground pool cost in Medford | 450 sq ft | $39,100 – $122,000 | +8% |
Flooring & interior in Medford
Across these 3 projects, Medford averages +1% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at +2% and tile flooring lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Medford range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Medford | 500 sq ft | $5,600 – $12,700 | +2% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Medford | 500 sq ft | $2,000 – $7,100 | +1% |
| Tile flooring cost in Medford | 200 sq ft | $2,300 – $10,100 | level |
Medford against its nearest metros
Taking every project together, Medford comes out +4% versus the national midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and 1 lower. Reno is the lowest at +1% (220 miles) and Redding the highest at +9% (120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | 101.4 | 105.3 | +4% | |
| Eugene, OR | 105 miles | 101.6 | 105.3 | +6% |
| Redding, CA | 120 miles | 100.7 | 105.2 | +9% |
| Bend, OR | 150 miles | 103.6 | 105.3 | +7% |
| Salem, OR | 175 miles | 103.6 | 105.3 | +8% |
| Chico, CA | 200 miles | 101.2 | 105.2 | +9% |
| Reno, NV | 220 miles | 101.0 | 96.3 | +1% |