Home project costs in Lynchburg, VA
Every project we cover, priced for the Lynchburg metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Lynchburg area is 89.4 against 100 for the US, which puts Lynchburg 253rd among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.8. BLS counts roughly 97,190 jobs here.
In Lynchburg, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are window replacement (−4%), kitchen remodel (−6%) and garage door (−7%); the biggest discounts are concrete driveway (−20%), concrete patio (−16%) and stamped concrete (−16%). 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 (Lynchburg #2, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 25°F, a July average high of 85°F and 44 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 Lynchburg
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.48 | $18.46 | $21.81 | $22.66 | 0.81 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $20.46 | $23.21 | $27.52 | $29.12 | 0.80 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $21.90 | $24.09 | $28.17 | $28.78 | 0.84 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.19 | $27.51 | $29.14 | $30.67 | 0.90 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $17.71 | $17.71 | $23.96 | $27.41 | 0.65 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.69 | $28.25 | $33.64 | $30.38 | 0.93 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $21.20 | $22.19 | $22.44 | $26.65 | 0.83 |
Concrete & paving in Lynchburg
The 7 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −20% (concrete driveway) to −8% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Lynchburg | 400 sq ft | $2,100 – $4,550 | −14% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Lynchburg | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,300 | −20% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Lynchburg | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,800 | −8% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Lynchburg | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,150 | −10% |
| Paver patio cost in Lynchburg | 300 sq ft | $2,650 – $4,850 | −11% |
| Concrete patio cost in Lynchburg | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,300 | −16% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Lynchburg | 400 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,650 | −16% |
Decks & outdoor in Lynchburg
The 2 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −13% (composite deck) to −11% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Lynchburg | 300 sq ft | $6,750 – $13,500 | −11% |
| Composite deck cost in Lynchburg | 300 sq ft | $10,500 – $21,000 | −13% |
Building & additions in Lynchburg
Across these 2 projects, Lynchburg averages −13% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −12% and home addition lowest at −14%.
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Lynchburg | 576 sq ft | $25,500 – $51,200 | −12% |
| Home addition cost in Lynchburg | 300 sq ft | $32,800 – $66,400 | −14% |
Doors & windows in Lynchburg
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −9% (storm door) to −4% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Lynchburg | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | −7% |
| Storm door cost in Lynchburg | 1 door | $310 – $870 | −9% |
| Front door cost in Lynchburg | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Window replacement cost in Lynchburg | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Patio door cost in Lynchburg | 1 door | $560 – $5,550 | −7% |
Fencing in Lynchburg
The 4 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −13% (chain-link fence) to −7% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Lynchburg | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,900 | −10% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Lynchburg | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,500 | −7% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Lynchburg | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,300 | −13% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Lynchburg | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,400 | −9% |
Roofing & exterior in Lynchburg
The 5 jobs here average −11% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −12% (roof replacement) to −10% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Lynchburg | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,300 – $11,100 | −12% |
| Metal roof cost in Lynchburg | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,600 – $29,000 | −12% |
| Gutters cost in Lynchburg | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,800 | −10% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Lynchburg | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,400 – $22,300 | −12% |
| Attic insulation cost in Lynchburg | 1,000 sq ft | $880 – $3,650 | −10% |
Kitchen & bath in Lynchburg
Across these 5 projects, Lynchburg averages −9% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −6% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Lynchburg | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,300 | −11% |
| Shower pan cost in Lynchburg | 1 pan | $840 – $2,550 | −9% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Lynchburg | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | −6% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Lynchburg | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | −9% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Lynchburg | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −7% |
Landscaping & drainage in Lynchburg
Across these 5 projects, Lynchburg averages −9% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −8% and inground pool lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Lynchburg | 60 linear ft | $540 – $1,900 | −10% |
| Retaining wall cost in Lynchburg | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,250 – $12,300 | −10% |
| Sod installation cost in Lynchburg | 1,500 sq ft | $1,400 – $3,050 | −8% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Lynchburg | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,650 – $9,100 | −9% |
| Inground pool cost in Lynchburg | 450 sq ft | $32,400 – $101,500 | −10% |
Flooring & interior in Lynchburg
The 3 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Lynchburg, from −10% (laminate flooring) to −7% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Lynchburg range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Lynchburg | 500 sq ft | $4,950 – $11,400 | −9% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Lynchburg | 500 sq ft | $1,750 – $6,300 | −10% |
| Tile flooring cost in Lynchburg | 200 sq ft | $2,100 – $9,400 | −7% |
Lynchburg against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Lynchburg prices −10% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and none lower. Roanoke is the lowest at −10% (40 miles) and Charlottesville the highest at −5% (55 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VAthis page | 89.4 | 96.8 | −10% | |
| Roanoke, VA | 40 miles | 93.6 | 96.8 | −10% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 55 miles | 99.1 | 96.8 | −5% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 75 miles | 92.7 | 96.8 | −9% |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 80 miles | 94.9 | 96.8 | −8% |
| Burlington, NC | 90 miles | 93.2 | 96.6 | −9% |
| Durham, NC | 95 miles | 97.6 | 96.6 | −7% |