Home project costs in Tennessee
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Tennessee wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Tennessee is number 38 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 91.9, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 96.2, rank 32. The state has 3,278,760 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−3%), paver patio (−3%) and retaining wall (−3%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−11%), kitchen backsplash (−11%) and home addition (−11%).
Weather across the 8 metros we cover: January average lows of 26 to 33°F, July average highs of 86 to 92°F and 44 to 57 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Tennessee
How the metros in Tennessee compare
Inside Tennessee, Nashville is the priciest of the 8 metros we cover at −5% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Johnson City the cheapest at −10%. That is a gap of 4.9 percentage points between the two. Part of that gap is wages and part is materials, so check the individual city pages for the job you have in mind.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 | 96.3 | 96.2 | −5% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 | 92.2 | 96.2 | −7% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 | 92.6 | 96.2 | −8% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 | 91.5 | 96.0 | −8% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 | 86.4 | 96.2 | −9% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 | 90.9 | 96.2 | −9% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 | 85.5 | 96.2 | −9% |
| Johnson City, TN | 81,690 | 87.9 | 96.2 | −10% |
What trades earn in Tennessee
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.11 | $21.64 | $23.78 | $22.66 | 0.95 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.36 | $24.44 | $28.80 | $29.12 | 0.84 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.35 | $25.00 | $28.54 | $28.78 | 0.87 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.72 | $28.17 | $35.32 | $30.67 | 0.92 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $20.92 | $23.04 | $25.38 | $27.41 | 0.84 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.26 | $29.37 | $36.57 | $30.38 | 0.97 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $17.57 | $20.95 | $22.81 | $26.77 | 0.78 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.33 | $21.97 | $23.53 | $26.65 | 0.82 |
Concrete & paving in Tennessee
The 7 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Tennessee, from −10% (concrete driveway) to −3% (paver patio).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Tennessee | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Tennessee | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,300 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Tennessee | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,800 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Tennessee | 1,000 sq ft | $2,350 – $9,550 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Tennessee | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,250 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Tennessee | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Tennessee | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Tennessee
The 2 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Tennessee, from −10% (composite deck) to −8% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Tennessee | 300 sq ft | $6,950 – $13,900 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Tennessee | 300 sq ft | $10,900 – $21,800 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Tennessee
Across these 2 projects, Tennessee averages −10% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −8% and home addition lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Tennessee | 576 sq ft | $26,600 – $53,300 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Tennessee | 300 sq ft | $33,800 – $68,600 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Tennessee
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Tennessee, from −9% (patio door) to −6% (garage door).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Tennessee | 1 door | $650 – $3,500 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Tennessee | 1 door | $320 – $880 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Tennessee | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Tennessee | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Tennessee | 1 door | $560 – $5,450 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Tennessee
The 4 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Tennessee, from −7% (chain-link fence) to −5% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Tennessee | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,150 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Tennessee | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Tennessee | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Tennessee | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $10,800 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Tennessee
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Tennessee, from −11% (roof replacement) to −3% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Tennessee | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,350 – $11,200 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Tennessee | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,000 – $29,700 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Tennessee | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Tennessee | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,300 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Tennessee | 1,000 sq ft | $970 – $3,850 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Tennessee
Across these 5 projects, Tennessee averages −9% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −6% and kitchen backsplash lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Tennessee | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,600 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Tennessee | 1 pan | $810 – $2,500 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Tennessee | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Tennessee | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Tennessee | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Tennessee
Across these 5 projects, Tennessee averages −5% against national midpoints. Retaining wall is highest at −3% and sprinkler system lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Tennessee | 60 linear ft | $570 – $2,000 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Tennessee | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,850 – $13,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Tennessee | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Tennessee | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,750 – $9,400 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Tennessee | 450 sq ft | $34,300 – $107,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Tennessee
The 3 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Tennessee, from −10% (tile flooring) to −8% (hardwood flooring).
| Project | Size | Tennessee range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Tennessee | 500 sq ft | $5,000 – $11,500 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Tennessee | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,350 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Tennessee | 200 sq ft | $2,000 – $9,150 | $6,200 |