Story perspectives
Construction Costs Surge: Labor Wages Up 4.1%
2/27/2025
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Story summary
- Gordian's 2025 RSMeans Data indicates construction costs are rising slightly faster than inflation.
- Labor wages increased by 4.1% in the past year, while material costs rose by 3.1%, down from 8.7% in 2024.
- Equipment costs increased by 4.5%, a decrease from last year's 7% rise.
- Material cost volatility is stabilizing, with 50% showing a +/-5% change.
