Home & Repair, Louisiana
General Contractor cost in New Orleans, LA
This fee does not move much with local prices, so New Orleans sits near the national figure of about 18% of the project cost.
Typical cost
Typical in New Orleans
18%
of the project cost
- On the low end
- 10%
- On the high end
- 30%
This is a percentage fee, so it does not change with local prices. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Project size
- License and insurance
- Management hours
- Change orders
- Material markup
Ways to pay less
- Lock a detailed scope
- Limit change orders
- Buy fixtures yourself
- Pay on a draw schedule
- Check references
General Contractor in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| National typical | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Shreveport, LA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Fort Worth, TX | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Fresno, CA | 18% | 10% to 30% |
| Glendale, AZ | 18% | 10% to 30% |
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Questions people ask
General Contractor in New Orleans: what does it cost?
In New Orleans, LA, General Contractor typically costs about 18% of the project cost, with most prices between 10% and 30%.
Why is New Orleans the same as the national price?
Percentage fees and fees set largely by state rules do not rise or fall with local rents and wages, so the estimate is not adjusted by city.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.