Angi’s 2025 State of Home Spending Report showcases how generational differences are starting to significantly impact the home improvement industry, with Millennials outspending every other generation on total home project spending per household.
Total home project spending increased slightly in 2025 to an average of $12,472 per household, up from $12,050 in 2024. The average number of projects completed also increased from 9 to 10.
Maintenance was the top priority in 2025, with 44% of surveyed homeowners completing at least one maintenance project. Other popular projects included interior painting (29%), new appliance installation (22%), and bathroom/flooring upgrades (18%).
Generational Spending Trends
Millennials are increasingly shaping the industry, outspending every other generation on total home project spending per household.
Millennials led in total spending ($14,199), maintenance ($2,601), and emergency spending ($1,519). They are also the most ambitious, with 77% planning a major project in the next five years.
Boomers led specifically in home improvement spending at $10,423.
Silents had the second-highest improvement spend ($10,085) and the lowest emergency spend ($140).
Gen Xers had the second-highest total spend ($12,956).
Gen Zers spent the least overall, but ranked second in maintenance ($2,261) and emergency ($1,400) spending.
Home Improvement Challenges
Millennials face unique challenges despite leading in spending:
Skilled Labor Shortages: 70% of Millennials reported difficulty finding pros, which can lead to project delays or higher costs. This is 17 points higher than the 53% average.
High Mortgage Rates and Costs: Millennials are entering homeownership later amid fluctuating mortgage rates and higher project costs, often prompting them to renovate their current homes instead of moving.
Stress: 40% of Millennials reported increased stress from mandatory home repair projects in 2025, which was higher than other surveyed generations.
For homeowners across all generations, budget-related issues were a major concern, with 56% facing issues on maintenance projects and 55% on improvement projects.
Upcoming Trends for 2026
Homeowners are planning to balance maintenance with larger improvement projects in 2026.
Top Planned Projects: Regular Maintenance leads (32%), followed by interior painting (20%), flooring installation (14%), bathroom remodels (14%), and new appliance installation (14%).
Design Trends: Kitchen design will focus on natural materials and a sleek, minimal look. Top kitchen trends include natural woods (such as butcher-block countertops, 25%), hidden pantries (23%), and continuous countertops (22%).
Millennial Influence: Millennials will focus on high-tech tools (like smart appliances), natural woods, hidden pantries, and eco-friendly projects.
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