Home project costs in Vermont
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Vermont wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Vermont ranks 23 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 98.0, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 97.3 (rank 21). BLS counts 303,890 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 12 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 19 below, and 7 are level with it. The biggest premiums are sod installation (+6%), roof replacement (+3%) and concrete driveway (+2%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−4%), retaining wall (−2%) and hardwood flooring (−2%).
Weather across the metro we cover: January average lows of 13°F, July average highs of 82°F and 38 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Vermont
How the metros in Vermont compare
Burlington is the only Vermont metro in our dataset. Averaged over all 38 projects it prices +1% against the US midpoint, compared with level for the state as a whole.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, VT | 120,150 | 100.9 | 97.3 | +1% |
What trades earn in Vermont
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.49 | $23.36 | $27.94 | $22.66 | 1.03 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $25.12 | $30.00 | $30.97 | $29.12 | 1.03 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $25.37 | $28.30 | $30.62 | $28.78 | 0.98 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $26.99 | $29.89 | $39.54 | $30.67 | 0.97 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $24.37 | $29.40 | $31.01 | $27.41 | 1.07 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.54 | $30.49 | $38.65 | $30.38 | 1.00 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $23.02 | $26.87 | $29.75 | $26.77 | 1.00 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $23.44 | $28.39 | $29.38 | $26.65 | 1.07 |
Concrete & paving in Vermont
Across these 7 projects, Vermont averages +1% against national midpoints. Concrete driveway is highest at +2% and gravel driveway lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Vermont | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Vermont | 600 sq ft | $3,700 – $9,450 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Vermont | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Vermont | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,100 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Vermont | 300 sq ft | $3,050 – $5,500 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Vermont | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Vermont | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,050 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Vermont
Across these 2 projects, Vermont averages level against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +1% and wood deck lowest at level.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Vermont | 300 sq ft | $7,550 – $15,100 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Vermont | 300 sq ft | $12,100 – $24,300 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Vermont
The 2 jobs here average +1% versus the US in Vermont, from level (detached garage) to +1% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Vermont | 576 sq ft | $29,100 – $58,400 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Vermont | 300 sq ft | $38,400 – $77,700 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Vermont
Across these 5 projects, Vermont averages level against national midpoints. Patio door is highest at +1% and front door lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Vermont | 1 door | $700 – $3,650 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Vermont | 1 door | $350 – $950 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Vermont | 1 door | $510 – $2,450 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Vermont | 10 windows | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Vermont | 1 door | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Vermont
Across these 4 projects, Vermont averages −1% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +1% and vinyl fence lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Vermont | 150 linear ft | $3,050 – $7,600 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Vermont | 150 linear ft | $4,450 – $9,050 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Vermont | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,200 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Vermont | 150 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,200 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Vermont
Across these 5 projects, Vermont averages +1% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +3% and gutters lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Vermont | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,300 – $12,800 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Vermont | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,400 – $32,700 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Vermont | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,150 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Vermont | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,400 – $25,100 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Vermont | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Vermont
The 5 jobs here average −1% versus the US in Vermont, from −2% (kitchen remodel) to level (kitchen cabinets).
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Vermont | 25 linear ft | $4,200 – $14,000 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Vermont | 1 pan | $920 – $2,750 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Vermont | 120 sq ft | $18,200 – $30,900 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Vermont | 45 sq ft | $4,650 – $23,100 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Vermont | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Vermont
The 5 jobs here average level versus the US in Vermont, from −2% (retaining wall) to +6% (sod installation).
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Vermont | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Vermont | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,900 – $13,200 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Vermont | 1,500 sq ft | $1,600 – $3,500 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Vermont | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,950 – $9,850 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Vermont | 450 sq ft | $35,600 – $111,000 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Vermont
Across these 3 projects, Vermont averages −2% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −1% and laminate flooring lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Vermont range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Vermont | 500 sq ft | $5,400 – $12,300 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Vermont | 500 sq ft | $1,900 – $6,750 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Vermont | 200 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,850 | $6,200 |