Home project costs in Flagstaff, AZ
Every project we cover, priced for the Flagstaff metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Flagstaff area is 100.3 against 100 for the US, which puts Flagstaff 74th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 96.2. BLS counts roughly 66,610 jobs here.
In Flagstaff, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 37 below, and 1 is level with it. The highest against the national midpoint are French drain (level), sod installation (−1%) and concrete driveway (−1%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−11%), metal roof (−10%) and roof replacement (−9%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Flagstaff Pulliam Ap, 4 miles away) shows a January average low of 18°F, a July average high of 82°F and 21 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are June through September; for exterior installation, they are February through November.
What local trades earn in Flagstaff
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.61 | $22.32 | $24.26 | $22.66 | 0.98 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.77 | $26.91 | $30.14 | $29.12 | 0.92 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $23.79 | $28.23 | $29.54 | $28.78 | 0.98 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.76 | $28.14 | $33.14 | $30.67 | 0.92 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $23.15 | $28.12 | $29.88 | $27.41 | 1.03 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $23.72 | $29.49 | $37.00 | $30.38 | 0.97 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.65 | n/a |
Concrete & paving in Flagstaff
The 7 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −3% (asphalt driveway) to −1% (concrete driveway).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Flagstaff | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,100 | −2% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Flagstaff | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,100 | −1% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Flagstaff | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | −3% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Flagstaff | 1,000 sq ft | $2,450 – $9,950 | −3% |
| Paver patio cost in Flagstaff | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,300 | −3% |
| Concrete patio cost in Flagstaff | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | −2% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Flagstaff | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,850 | −1% |
Decks & outdoor in Flagstaff
The 2 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −5% (composite deck) to −5% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Flagstaff | 300 sq ft | $7,200 – $14,400 | −5% |
| Composite deck cost in Flagstaff | 300 sq ft | $11,400 – $22,900 | −5% |
Building & additions in Flagstaff
Across these 2 projects, Flagstaff averages −5% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −4% and home addition lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Flagstaff | 576 sq ft | $27,700 – $55,600 | −4% |
| Home addition cost in Flagstaff | 300 sq ft | $35,600 – $72,200 | −6% |
Doors & windows in Flagstaff
The 5 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −5% (storm door) to −4% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Flagstaff | 1 door | $670 – $3,550 | −4% |
| Storm door cost in Flagstaff | 1 door | $330 – $900 | −5% |
| Front door cost in Flagstaff | 1 door | $470 – $2,400 | −5% |
| Window replacement cost in Flagstaff | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Patio door cost in Flagstaff | 1 door | $570 – $5,750 | −5% |
Fencing in Flagstaff
The 4 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −5% (aluminum fence) to −4% (chain-link fence).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Flagstaff | 150 linear ft | $2,900 – $7,350 | −4% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Flagstaff | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,800 | −4% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Flagstaff | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $5,900 | −4% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Flagstaff | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | −5% |
Roofing & exterior in Flagstaff
The 5 jobs here average −7% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −10% (metal roof) to −5% (vinyl siding).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Flagstaff | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,500 – $11,400 | −9% |
| Metal roof cost in Flagstaff | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,950 – $29,600 | −10% |
| Gutters cost in Flagstaff | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Flagstaff | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,950 – $23,900 | −5% |
| Attic insulation cost in Flagstaff | 1,000 sq ft | $920 – $3,750 | −7% |
Kitchen & bath in Flagstaff
Across these 5 projects, Flagstaff averages −5% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −4% and bathroom remodel lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Flagstaff | 25 linear ft | $4,050 – $13,300 | −5% |
| Shower pan cost in Flagstaff | 1 pan | $870 – $2,650 | −5% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Flagstaff | 120 sq ft | $17,700 – $30,100 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Flagstaff | 45 sq ft | $4,450 – $22,000 | −6% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Flagstaff | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,450 | −5% |
Landscaping & drainage in Flagstaff
Across these 5 projects, Flagstaff averages −2% against national midpoints. French drain is highest at level and sprinkler system lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Flagstaff | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | level |
| Retaining wall cost in Flagstaff | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,750 – $12,900 | −4% |
| Sod installation cost in Flagstaff | 1,500 sq ft | $1,500 – $3,300 | −1% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Flagstaff | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,850 – $9,600 | −4% |
| Inground pool cost in Flagstaff | 450 sq ft | $34,800 – $109,000 | −4% |
Flooring & interior in Flagstaff
The 3 jobs here average −8% versus the US in Flagstaff, from −11% (laminate flooring) to −5% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Flagstaff range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Flagstaff | 500 sq ft | $5,100 – $11,600 | −7% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Flagstaff | 500 sq ft | $1,750 – $6,250 | −11% |
| Tile flooring cost in Flagstaff | 200 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,550 | −5% |
Flagstaff against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Flagstaff prices −5% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 2 price higher and 4 lower. Lake Havasu City is the lowest at −9% (110 miles) and Las Vegas the highest at −1% (185 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff, AZthis page | 100.3 | 96.2 | −5% | |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 95 miles | 98.3 | 96.2 | −5% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 110 miles | 94.1 | 96.2 | −9% |
| St. George, UT | 135 miles | 97.3 | 96.4 | −8% |
| Las Vegas, NV | 185 miles | 100.2 | 96.3 | −1% |
| Phoenix, AZ | 185 miles | 103.3 | 95.0 | −3% |
| Yuma, AZ | 245 miles | 92.7 | 96.2 | −8% |