Home project costs in Corpus Christi, TX
Every project we cover, priced for the Corpus Christi metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Corpus Christi area is 92.7 against 100 for the US, which puts Corpus Christi 197th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 93.8. BLS counts roughly 192,580 jobs here.
In Corpus Christi, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−6%), kitchen remodel (−8%) and vinyl fence (−8%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−20%), laminate flooring (−17%) and metal roof (−17%). 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 (Corpus Christi Nas, 8 miles away) shows a January average low of 52°F, a July average high of 92°F and 35 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are October through May; for exterior installation, they are October through May.
What local trades earn in Corpus Christi
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $17.27 | $20.40 | $23.05 | $22.66 | 0.90 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $22.33 | $22.69 | $27.72 | $29.12 | 0.78 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $22.12 | $23.23 | $28.12 | $28.78 | 0.81 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $23.21 | $28.56 | $30.37 | $30.67 | 0.93 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $21.30 | $23.88 | $24.63 | $27.41 | 0.87 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $21.79 | $28.56 | $30.33 | $30.38 | 0.94 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $16.60 | $18.08 | $22.03 | $26.65 | 0.68 |
Concrete & paving in Corpus Christi
The 7 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −12% (asphalt driveway) to −9% (paver patio).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Corpus Christi | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,700 | −9% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Corpus Christi | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Corpus Christi | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,500 | −12% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Corpus Christi | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,150 | −10% |
| Paver patio cost in Corpus Christi | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $4,950 | −9% |
| Concrete patio cost in Corpus Christi | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Corpus Christi | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | −9% |
Decks & outdoor in Corpus Christi
The 2 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −14% (composite deck) to −12% (wood deck).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Corpus Christi | 300 sq ft | $6,650 – $13,300 | −12% |
| Composite deck cost in Corpus Christi | 300 sq ft | $10,300 – $20,700 | −14% |
Building & additions in Corpus Christi
Across these 2 projects, Corpus Christi averages −13% against national midpoints. Detached garage is highest at −12% and home addition lowest at −15%.
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Corpus Christi | 576 sq ft | $25,500 – $51,200 | −12% |
| Home addition cost in Corpus Christi | 300 sq ft | $32,400 – $65,800 | −15% |
Doors & windows in Corpus Christi
The 5 jobs here average −11% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −13% (patio door) to −10% (window replacement).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Corpus Christi | 1 door | $620 – $3,350 | −10% |
| Storm door cost in Corpus Christi | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −12% |
| Front door cost in Corpus Christi | 1 door | $420 – $2,250 | −10% |
| Window replacement cost in Corpus Christi | 10 windows | $4,000 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Patio door cost in Corpus Christi | 1 door | $540 – $5,200 | −13% |
Fencing in Corpus Christi
The 4 jobs here average −10% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −11% (chain-link fence) to −8% (vinyl fence).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Corpus Christi | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,850 | −11% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Corpus Christi | 150 linear ft | $4,200 – $8,350 | −8% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Corpus Christi | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,400 | −11% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Corpus Christi | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $10,400 | −9% |
Roofing & exterior in Corpus Christi
The 5 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −20% (roof replacement) to −6% (attic insulation).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Corpus Christi | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $4,700 – $10,100 | −20% |
| Metal roof cost in Corpus Christi | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,050 – $27,600 | −17% |
| Gutters cost in Corpus Christi | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,800 | −9% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Corpus Christi | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,450 – $22,300 | −11% |
| Attic insulation cost in Corpus Christi | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,800 | −6% |
Kitchen & bath in Corpus Christi
Across these 5 projects, Corpus Christi averages −10% against national midpoints. Kitchen remodel is highest at −8% and kitchen cabinets lowest at −12%.
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Corpus Christi | 25 linear ft | $3,800 – $12,200 | −12% |
| Shower pan cost in Corpus Christi | 1 pan | $830 – $2,550 | −9% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Corpus Christi | 120 sq ft | $17,000 – $28,900 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Corpus Christi | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,000 | −10% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Corpus Christi | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Landscaping & drainage in Corpus Christi
Across these 5 projects, Corpus Christi averages −9% against national midpoints. Sprinkler system is highest at −9% and French drain lowest at −10%.
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Corpus Christi | 60 linear ft | $540 – $1,900 | −10% |
| Retaining wall cost in Corpus Christi | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,400 – $12,300 | −9% |
| Sod installation cost in Corpus Christi | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $3,000 | −9% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Corpus Christi | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,650 – $9,150 | −9% |
| Inground pool cost in Corpus Christi | 450 sq ft | $32,700 – $102,000 | −9% |
Flooring & interior in Corpus Christi
The 3 jobs here average −13% versus the US in Corpus Christi, from −17% (laminate flooring) to −10% (tile flooring).
| Project | Size | Corpus Christi range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Corpus Christi | 500 sq ft | $4,750 – $10,900 | −13% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Corpus Christi | 500 sq ft | $1,600 – $5,900 | −17% |
| Tile flooring cost in Corpus Christi | 200 sq ft | $2,100 – $9,100 | −10% |
Corpus Christi against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Corpus Christi prices −11% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 2 price higher and 3 lower. Brownsville is the lowest at −16% (125 miles) and Houston the highest at −6% (180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi, TXthis page | 92.7 | 93.8 | −11% | |
| McAllen, TX | 115 miles | 85.9 | 93.8 | −16% |
| Laredo, TX | 120 miles | 87.0 | 93.8 | −15% |
| Brownsville, TX | 125 miles | 86.0 | 93.8 | −16% |
| San Antonio, TX | 130 miles | 94.7 | 93.8 | −11% |
| Austin, TX | 165 miles | 98.1 | 93.8 | −9% |
| Houston, TX | 180 miles | 98.6 | 100.6 | −6% |