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