Home project costs in Washington
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Washington wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
On BEA's regional price index, Washington is number 6 of 51 (50 states and DC) at 107.0, with 100 as the US average. Goods prices come in at 104.4, rank 8. The state has 3,550,970 jobs in the BLS survey.
Statewide, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are concrete driveway (+22%), asphalt driveway (+21%) and shower pan (+21%); the lowest are laminate flooring (+7%), vinyl fence (+8%) and window replacement (+8%).
Weather across the 7 metros we cover: January average lows of 24 to 37°F, July average highs of 73 to 93°F and 8 to 57 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Washington
How the metros in Washington compare
Inside Washington, Seattle is the priciest of the 7 metros we cover at +18% against the US midpoint (averaged over all 38 projects), and Spokane the cheapest at +8%. That is a gap of 9.6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 | 111.1 | 104.0 | +18% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 | 103.3 | 105.0 | +16% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 | 103.7 | 105.0 | +13% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 | 105.6 | 105.0 | +13% |
| Kennewick, WA | 129,490 | 100.1 | 105.0 | +12% |
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 | 95.5 | 105.0 | +9% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 | 100.3 | 105.0 | +8% |
What trades earn in Washington
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.56 | $27.75 | $34.69 | $22.66 | 1.22 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $29.15 | $35.67 | $44.55 | $29.12 | 1.22 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $30.96 | $39.28 | $55.12 | $28.78 | 1.36 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $28.86 | $38.96 | $51.64 | $30.67 | 1.27 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $28.31 | $37.27 | $47.25 | $27.41 | 1.36 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $32.04 | $45.78 | $58.43 | $30.38 | 1.51 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $30.33 | $37.46 | $46.80 | $26.77 | 1.40 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $25.15 | $29.16 | $38.21 | $26.65 | 1.09 |
Concrete & paving in Washington
The 7 jobs here average +18% versus the US in Washington, from +16% (concrete slab) to +22% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Washington | 400 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,950 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Washington | 600 sq ft | $4,400 – $11,300 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Washington | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,050 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Washington | 1,000 sq ft | $2,950 – $11,900 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Washington | 300 sq ft | $3,500 – $6,400 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Washington | 300 sq ft | $1,400 – $4,800 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Washington | 400 sq ft | $3,800 – $9,400 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Washington
The 2 jobs here average +14% versus the US in Washington, from +12% (wood deck) to +15% (composite deck).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Washington | 300 sq ft | $8,500 – $17,000 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Washington | 300 sq ft | $13,900 – $27,800 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Washington
Across these 2 projects, Washington averages +17% against national midpoints. Home addition is highest at +19% and detached garage lowest at +15%.
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Washington | 576 sq ft | $33,300 – $66,900 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Washington | 300 sq ft | $45,200 – $91,400 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Washington
The 5 jobs here average +11% versus the US in Washington, from +8% (window replacement) to +12% (patio door).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Washington | 1 door | $800 – $4,100 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Washington | 1 door | $400 – $1,050 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Washington | 1 door | $570 – $2,700 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Washington | 10 windows | $4,950 – $16,200 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Washington | 1 door | $660 – $6,750 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Washington
The 4 jobs here average +12% versus the US in Washington, from +8% (vinyl fence) to +15% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Washington | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $8,550 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Washington | 150 linear ft | $4,850 – $9,950 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Washington | 150 linear ft | $1,700 – $7,150 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Washington | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $12,900 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Washington
The 5 jobs here average +14% versus the US in Washington, from +9% (roof replacement) to +15% (gutters).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Washington | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,700 – $13,500 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Washington | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,900 – $36,500 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Washington | 160 linear ft | $1,500 – $4,800 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Washington | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,700 – $29,000 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Washington | 1,000 sq ft | $1,200 – $4,550 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Washington
Across these 5 projects, Washington averages +16% against national midpoints. Shower pan is highest at +21% and kitchen remodel lowest at +9%.
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Washington | 25 linear ft | $4,700 – $16,300 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Washington | 1 pan | $1,200 – $3,350 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Washington | 120 sq ft | $20,200 – $34,500 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Washington | 45 sq ft | $5,550 – $27,600 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Washington | 30 sq ft | $360 – $1,750 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Washington
Across these 5 projects, Washington averages +17% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at +21% and sod installation lowest at +12%.
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Washington | 60 linear ft | $720 – $2,550 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Washington | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,500 – $15,400 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Washington | 1,500 sq ft | $1,700 – $3,700 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Washington | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,650 – $11,600 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Washington | 450 sq ft | $42,400 – $132,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Washington
The 3 jobs here average +11% versus the US in Washington, from +7% (laminate flooring) to +18% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Washington range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Washington | 500 sq ft | $6,050 – $13,600 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Washington | 500 sq ft | $2,150 – $7,500 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Washington | 200 sq ft | $3,150 – $11,400 | $6,200 |