Home Improvement Data & Statistics
Comprehensive data on home improvement costs across the United States. Explore state-by-state comparisons, regional trends, and pricing analysis to make informed decisions about your home projects.
Most Expensive State
Hawaii
Index: 119
Least Expensive State
Mississippi
Index: 85
States Analyzed
50
All US states
Data Updated
2026
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Home Improvement Costs by State 2026
Compare home improvement costs across all 50 US states. See which states are most and least expensive, explore regional breakdowns, and find detailed cost indexes for every state.
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Costs by State
Compare home improvement costs across all 50 US states with detailed cost indexes and regional analysis.
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Cost Trends
Track how home improvement costs have changed over time with year-over-year analysis.
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About Our Data
CostSignals aggregates data from multiple sources to provide accurate cost estimates for home improvement projects across the United States:
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Regional wage data and cost-of-living indexes
- Contractor Surveys: Real pricing data from licensed contractors nationwide
- Material Cost Tracking: Ongoing monitoring of material prices by region
- User Submissions: Actual project costs submitted by homeowners
Our cost indexes are updated regularly to reflect current market conditions. A cost index of 100 represents the national average; higher numbers indicate more expensive areas, while lower numbers indicate more affordable areas.
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