Home project costs in Winchester, VA
Every project we cover, priced for the Winchester metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Winchester area is 96.5 against 100 for the US, which puts Winchester 126th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.7. BLS counts roughly 67,740 jobs here.
In Winchester, 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 (−5%) and attic insulation (−5%); the biggest discounts are metal roof (−12%), roof replacement (−11%) and concrete driveway (−11%). 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 (Winchester, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 24°F, a July average high of 86°F and 41 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are April through October; for exterior installation, they are February through December.
What local trades earn in Winchester
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.65 | $20.27 | $22.22 | $22.66 | 0.89 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.03 | $24.12 | $29.21 | $29.12 | 0.83 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.02 | $24.42 | $28.46 | $28.78 | 0.85 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.40 | $27.77 | $30.24 | $30.67 | 0.91 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.55 | $22.86 | $26.03 | $27.41 | 0.83 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $22.43 | $28.35 | $35.53 | $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 | $18.84 | $21.97 | $22.64 | $26.65 | 0.82 |
Concrete & paving in Winchester
The 7 jobs here average −9% versus the US in Winchester, from −11% (concrete driveway) to −7% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Winchester | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | −8% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Winchester | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Winchester | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,850 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Winchester | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,400 | −8% |
| Paver patio cost in Winchester | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,050 | −8% |
| Concrete patio cost in Winchester | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −9% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Winchester | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,250 | −9% |
Decks & outdoor in Winchester
The 2 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Winchester, from −11% (composite deck) to −9% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Winchester | 300 sq ft | $6,900 – $13,800 | −9% |
| Composite deck cost in Winchester | 300 sq ft | $10,700 – $21,500 | −11% |
Building & additions in Winchester
Across these 2 projects, Winchester averages −10% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −9% and home addition lowest at −11%.
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Winchester | 576 sq ft | $26,300 – $52,900 | −9% |
| Home addition cost in Winchester | 300 sq ft | $34,000 – $68,900 | −11% |
Doors & windows in Winchester
The 5 jobs here average −6% versus the US in Winchester, from −8% (storm door) to −4% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Winchester | 1 door | $650 – $3,500 | −6% |
| Storm door cost in Winchester | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Front door cost in Winchester | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Window replacement cost in Winchester | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Patio door cost in Winchester | 1 door | $570 – $5,600 | −6% |
Fencing in Winchester
The 4 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Winchester, from −9% (chain-link fence) to −6% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Winchester | 150 linear ft | $2,750 – $7,050 | −8% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Winchester | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,600 | −6% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Winchester | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,550 | −9% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Winchester | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $10,500 | −8% |
Roofing & exterior in Winchester
The 5 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Winchester, from −12% (metal roof) to −5% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Winchester | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,300 – $11,200 | −11% |
| Metal roof cost in Winchester | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,550 – $28,900 | −12% |
| Gutters cost in Winchester | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,850 | −9% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Winchester | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,600 – $22,700 | −10% |
| Attic insulation cost in Winchester | 1,000 sq ft | $940 – $3,800 | −5% |
Kitchen & bath in Winchester
Across these 5 projects, Winchester averages −7% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −5% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Winchester | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,600 | −9% |
| Shower pan cost in Winchester | 1 pan | $840 – $2,600 | −8% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Winchester | 120 sq ft | $17,500 – $29,900 | −5% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Winchester | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,500 | −8% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Winchester | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −7% |
Landscaping & drainage in Winchester
Across these 5 projects, Winchester averages −7% against national midpoints. Sod installation is highest at −6% and inground pool lowest at −8%.
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Winchester | 60 linear ft | $560 – $1,950 | −7% |
| Retaining wall cost in Winchester | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,450 – $12,500 | −7% |
| Sod installation cost in Winchester | 1,500 sq ft | $1,400 – $3,100 | −6% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Winchester | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,700 – $9,250 | −7% |
| Inground pool cost in Winchester | 450 sq ft | $33,200 – $104,000 | −8% |
Flooring & interior in Winchester
The 3 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Winchester, from −9% (laminate flooring) to −7% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Winchester range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Winchester | 500 sq ft | $5,000 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Winchester | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,350 | −9% |
| Tile flooring cost in Winchester | 200 sq ft | $2,150 – $9,400 | −7% |
Winchester against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Winchester prices −8% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 4 price higher and none lower. Harrisonburg is the lowest at −8% (55 miles) and Washington the highest at +3% (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, VAthis page | 96.5 | 96.7 | −8% | |
| Hagerstown, MD | 30 miles | 94.2 | 96.4 | −6% |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 55 miles | 94.9 | 96.8 | −8% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60 miles | 94.6 | 100.7 | −1% |
| Washington, DC | 60 miles | 108.9 | 104.8 | +3% |
| Morgantown, WV | 75 miles | 93.3 | 96.3 | −8% |
| Altoona, PA | 85 miles | 89.5 | 100.7 | −1% |