Home project costs in Salem, OR
Every project we cover, priced for the Salem metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Salem area is 103.6 against 100 for the US, which puts Salem 36th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 105.3. BLS counts roughly 188,620 jobs here.
In Salem, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are retaining wall (+18%), paver patio (+17%) and inground pool (+16%); the lowest are roof replacement (+1%), metal roof (+1%) and laminate flooring (+2%). 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 (Salem Mcnary Fld, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 36°F, a July average high of 84°F and 40 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 Salem
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.67 | $26.20 | $29.27 | $22.66 | 1.16 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.19 | $28.71 | $36.75 | $29.12 | 0.99 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $29.63 | $35.71 | $45.45 | $28.78 | 1.24 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $29.42 | $38.76 | $45.97 | $30.67 | 1.26 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $27.93 | $32.69 | $36.40 | $27.41 | 1.19 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $36.81 | $47.53 | $56.99 | $30.38 | 1.56 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $22.32 | $28.35 | $32.08 | $26.77 | 1.06 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.09 | $25.33 | $30.18 | $26.65 | 0.95 |
Concrete & paving in Salem
The 7 jobs here average +12% versus the US in Salem, from +10% (concrete slab) to +17% (paver patio).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Salem | 400 sq ft | $2,700 – $5,700 | +10% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Salem | 600 sq ft | $4,100 – $10,400 | +13% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Salem | 600 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,200 | +10% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Salem | 1,000 sq ft | $2,800 – $11,500 | +12% |
| Paver patio cost in Salem | 300 sq ft | $3,500 – $6,400 | +17% |
| Concrete patio cost in Salem | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,450 | +11% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Salem | 400 sq ft | $3,600 – $8,900 | +12% |
Decks & outdoor in Salem
The 2 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Salem, from +3% (composite deck) to +4% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Salem | 300 sq ft | $7,850 – $15,700 | +4% |
| Composite deck cost in Salem | 300 sq ft | $12,400 – $24,900 | +3% |
Building & additions in Salem
Across these 2 projects, Salem averages +8% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +8% and detached garage lowest at +8%.
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Salem | 576 sq ft | $31,200 – $62,700 | +8% |
| Home addition cost in Salem | 300 sq ft | $41,100 – $83,200 | +8% |
Doors & windows in Salem
The 5 jobs here average +6% versus the US in Salem, from +3% (storm door) to +9% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Salem | 1 door | $760 – $3,950 | +7% |
| Storm door cost in Salem | 1 door | $360 – $980 | +3% |
| Front door cost in Salem | 1 door | $510 – $2,600 | +4% |
| Window replacement cost in Salem | 10 windows | $4,950 – $16,300 | +9% |
| Patio door cost in Salem | 1 door | $640 – $6,500 | +8% |
Fencing in Salem
The 4 jobs here average +6% versus the US in Salem, from +5% (aluminum fence) to +7% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Salem | 150 linear ft | $3,200 – $8,050 | +5% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Salem | 150 linear ft | $4,800 – $9,650 | +6% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Salem | 150 linear ft | $1,650 – $6,600 | +7% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Salem | 150 linear ft | $4,000 – $12,000 | +5% |
Roofing & exterior in Salem
The 5 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Salem, from +1% (roof replacement) to +11% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Salem | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,100 – $12,700 | +1% |
| Metal roof cost in Salem | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,100 – $33,000 | +1% |
| Gutters cost in Salem | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,400 | +4% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Salem | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,800 – $26,300 | +4% |
| Attic insulation cost in Salem | 1,000 sq ft | $1,150 – $4,400 | +11% |
Kitchen & bath in Salem
Across these 5 projects, Salem averages +8% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +11% and kitchen backsplash lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Salem | 25 linear ft | $4,500 – $14,900 | +6% |
| Shower pan cost in Salem | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,100 | +11% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Salem | 120 sq ft | $19,700 – $33,600 | +7% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Salem | 45 sq ft | $5,150 – $25,600 | +10% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Salem | 30 sq ft | $320 – $1,600 | +5% |
Landscaping & drainage in Salem
Across these 5 projects, Salem averages +14% against national midpoints. Retaining wall is highest at +18% and sod installation lowest at +10%.
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Salem | 60 linear ft | $680 – $2,400 | +13% |
| Retaining wall cost in Salem | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,600 – $15,600 | +18% |
| Sod installation cost in Salem | 1,500 sq ft | $1,650 – $3,600 | +10% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Salem | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,550 – $11,400 | +14% |
| Inground pool cost in Salem | 450 sq ft | $41,900 – $130,500 | +16% |
Flooring & interior in Salem
The 3 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Salem, from +2% (laminate flooring) to +6% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Salem range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Salem | 500 sq ft | $5,650 – $12,900 | +3% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Salem | 500 sq ft | $2,050 – $7,150 | +2% |
| Tile flooring cost in Salem | 200 sq ft | $2,550 – $10,600 | +6% |
Salem against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Salem prices +8% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 3 lower. Medford is the lowest at +4% (175 miles) and Portland the highest at +13% (50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem, ORthis page | 103.6 | 105.3 | +8% | |
| Portland, OR | 50 miles | 105.4 | 105.2 | +13% |
| Eugene, OR | 65 miles | 101.6 | 105.3 | +6% |
| Bend, OR | 110 miles | 103.6 | 105.3 | +7% |
| Olympia, WA | 140 miles | 103.7 | 105.0 | +13% |
| Yakima, WA | 150 miles | 95.5 | 105.0 | +9% |
| Medford, OR | 175 miles | 101.4 | 105.3 | +4% |