Home project costs in West Virginia
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using West Virginia wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
West Virginia ranks 43 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 89.5, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 96.5 (rank 25). BLS counts 701,610 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are gutters (−2%), metal roof (−3%) and aluminum fence (−5%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−13%), composite deck (−12%) and paver patio (−11%).
Weather across the 4 metros we cover: January average lows of 22 to 26°F, July average highs of 84 to 86°F and 42 to 46 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in West Virginia
How the metros in West Virginia compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of West Virginia's 4 metros. On average Wheeling sits highest (−5% versus the US) and Morgantown lowest (−8%), 2.7 percentage points apart. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling, WV | 58,130 | 88.3 | 96.4 | −5% |
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 | 88.4 | 96.3 | −6% |
| Charleston, WV | 103,450 | 88.7 | 96.3 | −6% |
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 | 93.3 | 96.3 | −8% |
What trades earn in West Virginia
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.12 | $20.51 | $26.34 | $22.66 | 0.91 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $18.36 | $23.42 | $28.94 | $29.12 | 0.80 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $20.49 | $24.66 | $29.66 | $28.78 | 0.86 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $21.16 | $27.39 | $35.44 | $30.67 | 0.89 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $19.60 | $24.98 | $28.39 | $27.41 | 0.91 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.37 | $31.16 | $40.35 | $30.38 | 1.03 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $20.43 | $24.47 | $26.91 | $26.77 | 0.91 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $17.44 | $24.60 | $32.09 | $26.65 | 0.92 |
Concrete & paving in West Virginia
The 7 jobs here average −8% versus the US in West Virginia, from −11% (paver patio) to −6% (asphalt driveway).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in West Virginia | 400 sq ft | $2,300 – $4,850 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in West Virginia | 600 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,400 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in West Virginia | 600 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,950 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in West Virginia | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,400 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in West Virginia | 300 sq ft | $2,650 – $4,850 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in West Virginia | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in West Virginia | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in West Virginia
The 2 jobs here average −11% versus the US in West Virginia, from −12% (composite deck) to −10% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in West Virginia | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,700 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in West Virginia | 300 sq ft | $10,600 – $21,300 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in West Virginia
Across these 2 projects, West Virginia averages −9% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −8% and home addition lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in West Virginia | 576 sq ft | $26,600 – $53,400 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in West Virginia | 300 sq ft | $34,400 – $69,700 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in West Virginia
The 5 jobs here average −9% versus the US in West Virginia, from −10% (patio door) to −7% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in West Virginia | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in West Virginia | 1 door | $310 – $860 | $650 |
| Front door cost in West Virginia | 1 door | $430 – $2,350 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in West Virginia | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in West Virginia | 1 door | $550 – $5,350 | $3,300 |
Fencing in West Virginia
The 4 jobs here average −7% versus the US in West Virginia, from −10% (chain-link fence) to −5% (aluminum fence).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in West Virginia | 150 linear ft | $2,750 – $7,000 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in West Virginia | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,550 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in West Virginia | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,500 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in West Virginia | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in West Virginia
The 5 jobs here average −6% versus the US in West Virginia, from −11% (attic insulation) to −2% (gutters).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in West Virginia | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,700 – $11,700 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in West Virginia | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,850 – $31,400 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in West Virginia | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in West Virginia | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,700 – $23,100 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in West Virginia | 1,000 sq ft | $860 – $3,600 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in West Virginia
Across these 5 projects, West Virginia averages −7% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −5% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in West Virginia | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,400 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in West Virginia | 1 pan | $850 – $2,600 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in West Virginia | 120 sq ft | $17,500 – $29,800 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in West Virginia | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,700 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in West Virginia | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in West Virginia
Across these 5 projects, West Virginia averages −9% against national midpoints. Sprinkler system is highest at −7% and retaining wall lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in West Virginia | 60 linear ft | $550 – $1,950 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in West Virginia | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,200 – $12,200 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in West Virginia | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $3,000 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in West Virginia | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,700 – $9,250 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in West Virginia | 450 sq ft | $32,800 – $102,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in West Virginia
The 3 jobs here average −10% versus the US in West Virginia, from −13% (laminate flooring) to −6% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | West Virginia range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in West Virginia | 500 sq ft | $4,900 – $11,300 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in West Virginia | 500 sq ft | $1,700 – $6,100 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in West Virginia | 200 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,500 | $6,200 |