Home project costs in Flint, MI
Every project we cover, priced for the Flint metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Flint area is 93.0 against 100 for the US, which puts Flint 183rd among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 93.7. BLS counts roughly 135,040 jobs here.
In Flint, 22 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 14 below, and 2 are level with it. The biggest premiums are roof replacement (+14%), metal roof (+13%) and sprinkler system (+10%); the biggest discounts are laminate flooring (−9%), kitchen backsplash (−9%) and tile flooring (−7%). 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 (Flint Bishop Intl Ap, 5 miles away) shows a January average low of 16°F, a July average high of 82°F and 32 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are May through September; for exterior installation, they are April through November.
What local trades earn in Flint
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $21.89 | $27.49 | $30.25 | $22.66 | 1.21 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.41 | $29.50 | $33.59 | $29.12 | 1.01 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $28.71 | $36.12 | $37.70 | $28.78 | 1.26 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $28.11 | $38.71 | $47.94 | $30.67 | 1.26 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $22.86 | $28.85 | $30.28 | $27.41 | 1.05 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $28.37 | $37.63 | $44.38 | $30.38 | 1.24 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $22.00 | $34.02 | $34.02 | $26.65 | 1.28 |
Concrete & paving in Flint
Across these 7 projects, Flint averages +4% against national midpoints. Gravel driveway is highest at +8% and concrete slab lowest at +1%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Flint | 400 sq ft | $2,500 – $5,250 | +1% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Flint | 600 sq ft | $3,800 – $9,800 | +6% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Flint | 600 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,600 | +2% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Flint | 1,000 sq ft | $2,750 – $11,000 | +8% |
| Paver patio cost in Flint | 300 sq ft | $3,100 – $5,650 | +4% |
| Concrete patio cost in Flint | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,150 | +3% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Flint | 400 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,200 | +3% |
Decks & outdoor in Flint
Across these 2 projects, Flint averages level against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +1% and wood deck lowest at −1%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Flint | 300 sq ft | $7,450 – $15,000 | −1% |
| Composite deck cost in Flint | 300 sq ft | $12,100 – $24,300 | +1% |
Building & additions in Flint
The 2 jobs here average +3% versus the US in Flint, from +2% (detached garage) to +4% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Flint | 576 sq ft | $29,600 – $59,400 | +2% |
| Home addition cost in Flint | 300 sq ft | $39,500 – $79,900 | +4% |
Doors & windows in Flint
Across these 5 projects, Flint averages −4% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at −3% and window replacement lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Flint | 1 door | $690 – $3,550 | −3% |
| Storm door cost in Flint | 1 door | $340 – $910 | −4% |
| Front door cost in Flint | 1 door | $490 – $2,350 | −5% |
| Window replacement cost in Flint | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,100 | −6% |
| Patio door cost in Flint | 1 door | $570 – $5,750 | −4% |
Fencing in Flint
Across these 4 projects, Flint averages +1% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +6% and vinyl fence lowest at −2%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Flint | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | level |
| Vinyl fence cost in Flint | 150 linear ft | $4,400 – $8,950 | −2% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Flint | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,550 | +6% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Flint | 150 linear ft | $3,900 – $11,500 | +1% |
Roofing & exterior in Flint
Across these 5 projects, Flint averages +6% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +14% and attic insulation lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Flint | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,150 – $14,000 | +14% |
| Metal roof cost in Flint | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $12,300 – $35,900 | +13% |
| Gutters cost in Flint | 160 linear ft | $1,400 – $4,400 | +7% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Flint | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,550 – $25,700 | +2% |
| Attic insulation cost in Flint | 1,000 sq ft | $970 – $3,850 | −4% |
Kitchen & bath in Flint
The 5 jobs here average −2% versus the US in Flint, from −9% (kitchen backsplash) to +1% (bathroom remodel).
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Flint | 25 linear ft | $4,150 – $14,000 | level |
| Shower pan cost in Flint | 1 pan | $960 – $2,800 | +1% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Flint | 120 sq ft | $17,900 – $30,400 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Flint | 45 sq ft | $4,750 – $23,600 | +1% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Flint | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Landscaping & drainage in Flint
The 5 jobs here average +5% versus the US in Flint, from −4% (sod installation) to +10% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Flint | 60 linear ft | $660 – $2,300 | +9% |
| Retaining wall cost in Flint | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,400 – $13,600 | +2% |
| Sod installation cost in Flint | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | −4% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Flint | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $4,400 – $11,000 | +10% |
| Inground pool cost in Flint | 450 sq ft | $38,700 – $120,500 | +7% |
Flooring & interior in Flint
Across these 3 projects, Flint averages −7% against national midpoints. Hardwood flooring is highest at −6% and laminate flooring lowest at −9%.
| Project | Size | Flint range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Flint | 500 sq ft | $5,200 – $11,800 | −6% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Flint | 500 sq ft | $1,800 – $6,350 | −9% |
| Tile flooring cost in Flint | 200 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,300 | −7% |
Flint against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Flint prices +1% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 1 prices higher and 5 lower. Grand Rapids is the lowest at −4% (100 miles) and Detroit the highest at +5% (35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint, MIthis page | 93.0 | 93.7 | +1% | |
| Saginaw, MI | 30 miles | 90.9 | 93.7 | −3% |
| Detroit, MI | 35 miles | 100.3 | 98.8 | +5% |
| Lansing, MI | 50 miles | 95.0 | 93.7 | level |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 55 miles | 100.9 | 93.7 | level |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 100 miles | 95.5 | 93.7 | −4% |
| Toledo, OH | 100 miles | 91.5 | 93.6 | −1% |