New Home Construction Cost by State (2026)
The U.S. baseline for a new home construction is $90/SF–$250/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 new home construction cost guide.
| State | Typical / SF | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|
| California | $169/SF | +15.2% |
| Texas | $162/SF | +4% |
See all building types in The 2026 Construction Cost Index, or estimate your project with the free cost estimator.