# Home renovation costs in New Jersey (2026)

> New Jersey runs about 24% above the national average for construction in 2026 (cost index 1.24, ranked #7 of 51 US states + DC).

**Quick answer:** A bathroom remodel in New Jersey costs $11,200–$22,300 in 2026. Union labor, strict township permitting, and NYC-metro demand keep New Jersey near the top.

## 2026 cost table for New Jersey
| Project | Range in NJ | Typical |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bathroom remodel | $11,200 – $22,300 | $16,700 |
| Kitchen remodel | $18,000 – $52,100 | $35,000 |
| Roof replacement | $9,900 – $24,800 | $17,400 |
| Deck / patio | $5,600 – $14,900 | $10,200 |
| Solar install | $18,600 – $34,700 | $26,700 |
| Room addition | $59,500 – $136,400 | $98,000 |
| Interior painting | $2,700 – $8,100 | $5,400 |

Method: national mid-range cost bands × the New Jersey cost-of-construction index (1.24). Illustrative ranges, not quotes — see https://raftercost.com/how-we-price.

## Northeast comparison (cost index)
- Massachusetts: 1.28 — https://raftercost.com/costs/massachusetts
- New York: 1.26 — https://raftercost.com/costs/new-york
- Connecticut: 1.21 — https://raftercost.com/costs/connecticut
- Rhode Island: 1.16 — https://raftercost.com/costs/rhode-island

## Get an exact price
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Source: https://raftercost.com/costs/new-jersey