Florida vs Georgia
Side-by-side construction cost comparison for 2026. Building a 2,000 sq ft home in Georgia saves approximately $64,000.
More affordable for new construction
Georgia
$165/sq ft vs $197/sq ft — saves $64,000 on a 2,000 sq ft build
| Metric | Florida | Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 $/sq ft | $197 | $165 ✓ |
| 1,500 sq ft | $295,500 | $247,500 ✓ |
| 2,000 sq ft | $394,000 | $330,000 ✓ |
| 2,500 sq ft | $492,500 | $412,500 ✓ |
| Labor Index | 0.98 | 0.85 ✓ |
| Material Index | 1.12 | 0.91 ✓ |
| Avg Permit Cost | $3,200 | $2,200 ✓ |
| Median Home Price | $398,000 | $318,000 ✓ |
| Home Price YoY | +2.8% | +5.8% |
| Climate | Subtropical/Tropical | Humid subtropical |
Florida Notes
- ›Hurricane-impact windows and doors required
- ›Elevated foundations in flood zones
- ›High humidity moisture management
- ›No frost line concerns
- ›Impact-resistant roofing code
Georgia Notes
- ›Red clay soil requires special foundations
- ›Growing market in Atlanta metro
- ›Mild winters reduce heating costs
Cost by Home Size
| Size | Florida | Georgia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | $98,500 | $82,500 | Georgia saves $16,000 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $197,000 | $165,000 | Georgia saves $32,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $295,500 | $247,500 | Georgia saves $48,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $394,000 | $330,000 | Georgia saves $64,000 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $492,500 | $412,500 | Georgia saves $80,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $591,000 | $495,000 | Georgia saves $96,000 |
| 4,000 sq ft | $788,000 | $660,000 | Georgia saves $128,000 |
| 5,000 sq ft | $985,000 | $825,000 | Georgia saves $160,000 |