
The chart below gives cost estimates to build a house across a range of sizes, using a low-end cost of $100 per square foot, an average modern build at $155 per square foot, and a high-end custom builds at $400 per square foot. For instance, you will pay about $180 per square foot to build a mid-range house in Austin, TX, and $140 per square foot in North Dakota. Prices per square foot in your area will also depend on local material and labor costs. *Data is from the US Census Bureau Survey 2017 accounting for inflation and appreciation levels.

Cost Per Square Foot to Build a House Region
