Home project costs in Providence, RI
Every project we cover, priced for the Providence-Warwick metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
Providence sits 52nd of 300 metros on BEA's regional price index, at 101.8 where the US is 100. Goods, the index that drives materials, is 97.1 (85th). The metro has about 714,120 jobs in BLS's May 2025 survey.
Not every job moves the same way here: 28 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 7 below, and 3 are level with it. Paver patio (+16%), retaining wall (+13%) and French drain (+12%) sit highest, and front door (−2%), hardwood flooring (−1%) and kitchen remodel (−1%) sit lowest. Labor-heavy work tracks local wages; materials-heavy work tracks the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Providence T F Green Ap, 7 miles away) shows a January average low of 22°F, a July average high of 84°F and 48 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are May through October; for exterior installation, they are March through November.
What local trades earn in Providence
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $23.10 | $28.50 | $37.25 | $22.66 | 1.26 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $26.71 | $29.76 | $38.38 | $29.12 | 1.02 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $29.92 | $33.61 | $40.30 | $28.78 | 1.17 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $27.76 | $38.37 | $51.30 | $30.67 | 1.25 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $27.68 | $30.43 | $37.08 | $27.41 | 1.11 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $26.62 | $35.57 | $45.42 | $30.38 | 1.17 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $21.62 | $27.54 | $32.09 | $26.77 | 1.03 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.77 | $29.60 | $36.90 | $26.65 | 1.11 |
Concrete & paving in Providence
Across these 7 projects, Providence averages +8% against national midpoints. Paver patio is highest at +16% and concrete slab lowest at +5%.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Providence | 400 sq ft | $2,600 – $5,450 | +5% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Providence | 600 sq ft | $3,950 – $10,100 | +10% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Providence | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | +7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Providence | 1,000 sq ft | $2,750 – $11,100 | +9% |
| Paver patio cost in Providence | 300 sq ft | $3,450 – $6,350 | +16% |
| Concrete patio cost in Providence | 300 sq ft | $1,300 – $4,300 | +7% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Providence | 400 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,500 | +6% |
Decks & outdoor in Providence
Across these 2 projects, Providence averages +2% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +3% and wood deck lowest at +1%.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Providence | 300 sq ft | $7,650 – $15,400 | +1% |
| Composite deck cost in Providence | 300 sq ft | $12,400 – $24,900 | +3% |
Building & additions in Providence
The 2 jobs here average +4% versus the US in Providence, from +4% (home addition) to +4% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Providence | 576 sq ft | $30,100 – $60,300 | +4% |
| Home addition cost in Providence | 300 sq ft | $39,300 – $79,700 | +4% |
Doors & windows in Providence
Across these 5 projects, Providence averages −1% against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at level and front door lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Providence | 1 door | $700 – $3,700 | level |
| Storm door cost in Providence | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Front door cost in Providence | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Window replacement cost in Providence | 10 windows | $4,500 – $14,900 | −1% |
| Patio door cost in Providence | 1 door | $600 – $6,050 | level |
Fencing in Providence
Across these 4 projects, Providence averages +4% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +9% and vinyl fence lowest at +1%.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Providence | 150 linear ft | $3,150 – $7,850 | +3% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Providence | 150 linear ft | $4,550 – $9,250 | +1% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Providence | 150 linear ft | $1,600 – $6,750 | +9% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Providence | 150 linear ft | $3,900 – $11,600 | +2% |
Roofing & exterior in Providence
Across these 5 projects, Providence averages +4% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +7% and attic insulation lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Providence | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,650 – $13,300 | +7% |
| Metal roof cost in Providence | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,000 – $33,900 | +5% |
| Gutters cost in Providence | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,300 | +3% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Providence | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,700 – $26,000 | +3% |
| Attic insulation cost in Providence | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | level |
Kitchen & bath in Providence
The 5 jobs here average +2% versus the US in Providence, from −1% (kitchen remodel) to +7% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Providence | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,300 | +2% |
| Shower pan cost in Providence | 1 pan | $1,050 – $2,950 | +7% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Providence | 120 sq ft | $18,300 – $31,200 | −1% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Providence | 45 sq ft | $4,800 – $23,900 | +3% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Providence | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | −1% |
Landscaping & drainage in Providence
The 5 jobs here average +11% versus the US in Providence, from +7% (sod installation) to +13% (retaining wall).
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Providence | 60 linear ft | $670 – $2,350 | +12% |
| Retaining wall cost in Providence | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,300 – $14,800 | +13% |
| Sod installation cost in Providence | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,550 | +7% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Providence | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,450 – $11,100 | +11% |
| Inground pool cost in Providence | 450 sq ft | $40,500 – $126,500 | +12% |
Flooring & interior in Providence
Across these 3 projects, Providence averages level against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at +1% and hardwood flooring lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Providence range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Providence | 500 sq ft | $5,450 – $12,400 | −1% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Providence | 500 sq ft | $2,000 – $6,950 | −1% |
| Tile flooring cost in Providence | 200 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,000 | +1% |
Providence against its nearest metros
Taking every project together, Providence comes out +4% versus the national midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and 1 lower. Norwich is the lowest at +3% (45 miles) and Boston the highest at +15% (60 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RIthis page | 101.8 | 97.1 | +4% | |
| Norwich, CT | 45 miles | 100.4 | 97.3 | +3% |
| Worcester, MA | 55 miles | 102.5 | 97.0 | +11% |
| Boston, MA | 60 miles | 108.3 | 99.7 | +15% |
| Barnstable, MA | 60 miles | 98.4 | 97.0 | +10% |
| Hartford, CT | 65 miles | 102.7 | 97.3 | +5% |
| Springfield, MA | 75 miles | 96.1 | 97.0 | +11% |