Home Improvement Cost by State, Ranked (2026)
See the cheapest and most expensive states for every project we cover. Each ranking compares a typical project across all 50 states, from the lowest-cost region to the highest.
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Driveway
Cheapest in the Midwest, priciest in the West.
Window Replacement
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Flooring Installation
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
HVAC Replacement
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Wood Deck
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Concrete Patio
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Detached Garage
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Bathroom Remodel
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Kitchen Remodel
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Home Addition
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Fence Installation
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Pergola / Gazebo
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Outdoor Kitchen
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Fire Pit / Fireplace
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Landscaping
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Roof Replacement
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Basement Finish
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
Storage Shed
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.
ADU / Guest House
Cheapest in the Southeast, priciest in the West.