Cold Storage Warehouse Cost by State (2026)
The U.S. baseline for a cold storage warehouse is $130/SF–$350/SF in 2026. The actual cost in your state depends on local construction labor rates. Pick a state below for a figure adjusted to that market (BLS QCEW), or see the national cold storage warehouse cost guide.
| State | Typical / SF | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|
| California | $240/SF | +15.2% |
See all building types in The 2026 Construction Cost Index, or estimate your project with the free cost estimator.