Alabama vs Georgia
Side-by-side construction cost comparison for 2026. Building a 2,000 sq ft home in Alabama saves approximately $22,000.
More affordable for new construction
Alabama
$154/sq ft vs $165/sq ft — saves $22,000 on a 2,000 sq ft build
| Metric | Alabama | Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 $/sq ft | $154 ✓ | $165 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $231,000 ✓ | $247,500 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $308,000 ✓ | $330,000 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $385,000 ✓ | $412,500 |
| Labor Index | 0.80 ✓ | 0.85 |
| Material Index | 0.84 ✓ | 0.91 |
| Avg Permit Cost | $1,800 ✓ | $2,200 |
| Median Home Price | $210,000 ✓ | $318,000 |
| Home Price YoY | +3.2% | +5.8% |
| Climate | Humid subtropical | Humid subtropical |
Alabama Notes
- ›Low labor costs
- ›Hurricane-resistant construction in coastal areas
- ›Clay soil foundation considerations
Georgia Notes
- ›Red clay soil requires special foundations
- ›Growing market in Atlanta metro
- ›Mild winters reduce heating costs
Cost by Home Size
| Size | Alabama | Georgia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | $77,000 | $82,500 | Alabama saves $5,500 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $154,000 | $165,000 | Alabama saves $11,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $231,000 | $247,500 | Alabama saves $16,500 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $308,000 | $330,000 | Alabama saves $22,000 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $385,000 | $412,500 | Alabama saves $27,500 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $462,000 | $495,000 | Alabama saves $33,000 |
| 4,000 sq ft | $616,000 | $660,000 | Alabama saves $44,000 |
| 5,000 sq ft | $770,000 | $825,000 | Alabama saves $55,000 |