# Home renovation costs in Rhode Island (2026)

> Rhode Island runs about 16% above the national average for construction in 2026 (cost index 1.16, ranked #10 of 51 US states + DC).

**Quick answer:** A bathroom remodel in Rhode Island costs $10,400–$20,900 in 2026. Small-state contractor scarcity plus New England labor rates keep Rhode Island high.

## 2026 cost table for Rhode Island
| Project | Range in RI | Typical |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bathroom remodel | $10,400 – $20,900 | $15,700 |
| Kitchen remodel | $16,800 – $48,700 | $32,800 |
| Roof replacement | $9,300 – $23,200 | $16,200 |
| Deck / patio | $5,200 – $13,900 | $9,600 |
| Solar install | $17,400 – $32,500 | $24,900 |
| Room addition | $55,700 – $127,600 | $91,600 |
| Interior painting | $2,600 – $7,500 | $5,000 |

Method: national mid-range cost bands × the Rhode Island cost-of-construction index (1.16). 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
- New Jersey: 1.24 — https://raftercost.com/costs/new-jersey
- Connecticut: 1.21 — https://raftercost.com/costs/connecticut

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Source: https://raftercost.com/costs/rhode-island