Typical project prices in Akron, localized from national baselines by the local labor-cost level (index 0.83, about 17 percent below the national average). NEU matches you with vetted local pros.
| Project | Typical cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Flooring 500 sq ft project | $4.4k $2.3k to $6.5k | |
| Walk-In Shower tub to shower conversion | $14k $11k to $18k | |
| Replacement Windows 10 window job | $16k $9.2k to $22k | |
| Basement Waterproofing full perimeter system | $18k $14k to $23k | |
| Basement Remodeling full basement finish | $53k $46k to $60k | |
| Roofing asphalt shingle reroof | $14k $7.4k to $20k | Get roofing quotes → |
| Siding full house re side | $18k $9.2k to $26k | Get siding quotes → |
| Gutters full home replacement | $2.4k $1.1k to $3.7k | Get gutters quotes → |
Each figure is a typical local project cost with the low to high range. Free to cite.
Per American Community Survey data the median home in Akron was built around 1954, which makes the typical house about 72 years old. The market covers about 93,503 homes, and the median value sits near $111,200. Figures are U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates. NEU uses details like these to match Akron homeowners with a home improvement contractor whose crews already know this kind of housing stock, not just whoever answers the phone first.
Are these home improvement costs quotes?
No. They are typical planning ranges for Akron, localized from national baselines by the local labor-cost level, not a quote for your specific project. Get a free quote through NEU for your exact price.
How is the Akron cost index calculated?
We scale the labor share of a national baseline cost by how Akron's average wage compares to the national average (index 0.83, using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics QCEW data), so local labor tracks local wages while materials stay national.