Home project costs in Richmond, VA
Every project we cover, priced for the Richmond metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Richmond area is 97.9 against 100 for the US, which puts Richmond 106th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.8. BLS counts roughly 660,350 jobs here.
In Richmond, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are window replacement (−4%), sod installation (−4%) and kitchen remodel (−5%); the biggest discounts are concrete driveway (−11%), metal roof (−10%) and home addition (−10%). 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 (Richmond Intl Ap, 9 miles away) shows a January average low of 29°F, a July average high of 90°F and 46 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through June and August through October; for exterior installation, they are August through June.
What local trades earn in Richmond
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.21 | $20.39 | $22.61 | $22.66 | 0.90 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.42 | $24.94 | $28.84 | $29.12 | 0.86 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.08 | $26.58 | $29.75 | $28.78 | 0.92 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.32 | $29.56 | $34.63 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.54 | $21.96 | $27.95 | $27.41 | 0.80 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.12 | $29.50 | $36.78 | $30.38 | 0.97 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $17.66 | $24.10 | $29.59 | $26.77 | 0.90 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $22.30 | $23.10 | $27.58 | $26.65 | 0.87 |
Concrete & paving in Richmond
The 7 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Richmond, from −11% (concrete driveway) to −5% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Richmond | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | −8% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Richmond | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,100 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Richmond | 600 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,000 | −5% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Richmond | 1,000 sq ft | $2,350 – $9,600 | −6% |
| Paver patio cost in Richmond | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,000 | −8% |
| Concrete patio cost in Richmond | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −9% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Richmond | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | −9% |
Decks & outdoor in Richmond
The 2 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Richmond, from −9% (composite deck) to −8% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Richmond | 300 sq ft | $6,950 – $14,000 | −8% |
| Composite deck cost in Richmond | 300 sq ft | $10,900 – $21,900 | −9% |
Building & additions in Richmond
Across these 2 projects, Richmond averages −9% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −8% and home addition lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Richmond | 576 sq ft | $26,600 – $53,400 | −8% |
| Home addition cost in Richmond | 300 sq ft | $34,300 – $69,700 | −10% |
Doors & windows in Richmond
The 5 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Richmond, from −7% (storm door) to −4% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Richmond | 1 door | $660 – $3,500 | −5% |
| Storm door cost in Richmond | 1 door | $320 – $890 | −7% |
| Front door cost in Richmond | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Window replacement cost in Richmond | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Patio door cost in Richmond | 1 door | $570 – $5,650 | −6% |
Fencing in Richmond
The 4 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Richmond, from −8% (chain-link fence) to −5% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Richmond | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,100 | −7% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Richmond | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,650 | −5% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Richmond | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,600 | −8% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Richmond | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | −7% |
Roofing & exterior in Richmond
The 5 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Richmond, from −10% (metal roof) to −5% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Richmond | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,500 – $11,400 | −9% |
| Metal roof cost in Richmond | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,900 – $29,600 | −10% |
| Gutters cost in Richmond | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Richmond | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,700 – $23,000 | −9% |
| Attic insulation cost in Richmond | 1,000 sq ft | $940 – $3,800 | −5% |
Kitchen & bath in Richmond
Across these 5 projects, Richmond averages −6% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −5% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −7%.
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Richmond | 25 linear ft | $4,000 – $12,900 | −7% |
| Shower pan cost in Richmond | 1 pan | $870 – $2,650 | −5% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Richmond | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $30,100 | −5% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Richmond | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,900 | −6% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Richmond | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −6% |
Landscaping & drainage in Richmond
Across these 5 projects, Richmond averages −6% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −4% and retaining wall lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Richmond | 60 linear ft | $570 – $2,000 | −5% |
| Retaining wall cost in Richmond | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,400 – $12,500 | −8% |
| Sod installation cost in Richmond | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | −4% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Richmond | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,800 – $9,500 | −5% |
| Inground pool cost in Richmond | 450 sq ft | $33,700 – $105,000 | −7% |
Flooring & interior in Richmond
The 3 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Richmond, from −9% (laminate flooring) to −6% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Richmond range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Richmond | 500 sq ft | $5,050 – $11,600 | −7% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Richmond | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,400 | −9% |
| Tile flooring cost in Richmond | 200 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,450 | −6% |
Richmond against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Richmond prices −7% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 3 lower. Lynchburg is the lowest at −10% (95 miles) and Washington the highest at +3% (100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VAthis page | 97.9 | 96.8 | −7% | |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 70 miles | 97.9 | 96.8 | −8% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 75 miles | 99.1 | 96.8 | −5% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 80 miles | 100.8 | 99.7 | −1% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 95 miles | 89.4 | 96.8 | −10% |
| Washington, DC | 100 miles | 108.9 | 104.8 | +3% |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 110 miles | 94.9 | 96.8 | −8% |