# Home renovation costs in Arkansas (2026)

> Arkansas runs about 15% below the national average for construction in 2026 (cost index 0.85, ranked #50 of 51 US states + DC).

**Quick answer:** A bathroom remodel in Arkansas costs $7,700–$15,300 in 2026. One of the lowest-cost construction markets in the country, with labor well below coastal rates.

## 2026 cost table for Arkansas
| Project | Range in AR | Typical |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bathroom remodel | $7,700 – $15,300 | $11,500 |
| Kitchen remodel | $12,300 – $35,700 | $24,000 |
| Roof replacement | $6,800 – $17,000 | $11,900 |
| Deck / patio | $3,800 – $10,200 | $7,000 |
| Solar install | $12,800 – $23,800 | $18,300 |
| Room addition | $40,800 – $93,500 | $67,200 |
| Interior painting | $1,900 – $5,500 | $3,700 |

Method: national mid-range cost bands × the Arkansas cost-of-construction index (0.85). Illustrative ranges, not quotes — see https://raftercost.com/how-we-price.

## South comparison (cost index)
- District of Columbia: 1.30 — https://raftercost.com/costs/district-of-columbia
- Maryland: 1.13 — https://raftercost.com/costs/maryland
- Delaware: 1.04 — https://raftercost.com/costs/delaware
- Virginia: 0.99 — https://raftercost.com/costs/virginia

## Get an exact price
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Source: https://raftercost.com/costs/arkansas