Detached garage cost in Lexington Park, MD
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $28,900 – $58,100
- Per sq ft
- $50 – $100
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #108
- 1 = most expensive
Lexington Park homeowners pay roughly $28,900 to $58,100 to build a detached garage at 576 sq ft, or $50 to $100 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Lexington Park is almost level. Building materials run about 0% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 99.7).
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Lexington Park, MD, standard level
$37,700 to $49,300
About $65 to $85 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $18,700 | $24,400 |
| Labor | $18,800 | $24,500 |
| Permits and fees | $260 | $400 |
| Total | $37,700 | $49,300 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Lexington Park, MD
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $14,400 | $21,500 | $28,700 | 49% |
| Labor | $14,400 | $21,700 | $28,900 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $330 | $500 | 1% |
| Total | $28,900 | $43,500 | $58,100 | 100% |
Why Lexington Park prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 45% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $30.23 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Lexington Park is 1.00 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 50% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lexington Park metro is 99.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 576 sq ft comes to $21,500, compared with $21,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.8) and land at $150 to $500.
Data note: 25% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Lexington Park. The wage table below marks each row.
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 5 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Lexington Park is 1.00 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $30.23 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $26.36 and $35.38 an hour. BLS counts 210 of them working in the area, 29.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 20% of the weighting: a median of $21.88 an hour, 3% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.05 and $23.85 an hour. About 450 work in the metro. That is 63.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) carry 15% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Lexington Park metro, so we used the Maryland statewide median: $24.98 an hour against $27.41 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $22.75 and $28.44 an hour.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $29.59 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $24.62 and $44.46 an hour. About 340 work in the metro. That is 48.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Lexington Park metro, so we used the Maryland statewide median: $28.89 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.20 and $36.08 an hour.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.38 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,700. At the 25th percentile ($26.36) it shrinks by about $1,300. The total moves by 4.0% or 3.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 70,650 jobs in the Lexington Park area. That makes it the 259th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $26.36 | $30.23 | $35.38 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $22.75 | $24.98 | $28.44 | $27.41 | 0.91 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $18.05 | $21.88 | $23.85 | $22.66 | 0.97 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $24.62 | $29.59 | $44.46 | $30.38 | 0.97 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $23.20 | $28.89 | $36.08 | $26.65 | 1.08 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Lexington Park
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lexington Park wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$28,900 to $40,600
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$37,700 to $49,300
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$46,400 to $58,100
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $12,100 – $17,100 | $15,900 – $20,800 | $19,600 – $24,500 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $28,900 – $40,600 | $37,700 – $49,300 | $46,400 – $58,100 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $36,100 – $50,700 | $47,000 – $61,600 | $57,900 – $72,500 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $45,100 – $63,300 | $58,700 – $76,900 | $72,300 – $90,500 |
When to schedule detached garage in Lexington Park
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Patuxent River Nas (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Lexington Park (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
Lexington Park gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 13 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and August (4.7 inches in August). Inside the workable window, May and November are the driest, at 3.7 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 26 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45 | 30 | 2.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 48 | 31 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 55 | 37 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 66 | 47 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 57 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 66 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 71 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 85 | 69 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 63 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 52 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 58 | 41 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 34 | 3.5 | Cold |
Is Lexington Park cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 576 sq ft range from $39,800 to $45,300 across Lexington Park and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park, MDthis page | $28,900 – $58,100 | $43,500 | |
| Washington, DC65 miles | $30,100 – $60,500 | $45,300 | +4% |
| Baltimore, MD70 miles | $29,300 – $58,900 | $44,100 | +1% |
| Dover, DE75 miles | $27,300 – $54,800 | $41,000 | −6% |
| Richmond, VA80 miles | $26,600 – $53,400 | $40,000 | −8% |
| Virginia Beach, VA100 miles | $26,500 – $53,100 | $39,800 | −9% |
| Maryland (statewide) | $29,700 – $59,700 | $44,700 | +3% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | level |
Across 300 US metros, Lexington Park comes in at #108 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $57,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $35,500 (midpoints, 576 sq ft). Statewide, Lexington Park is 3% below the Maryland figure.
Other Maryland metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | 1,356,680 jobs | $29,300 – $58,900 | $44,100 | +1% |
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 jobs | $27,500 – $55,200 | $41,300 | −5% |
Cities with a workforce like Lexington Park's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lexington Park against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 jobs | $27,700 – $55,600 | $41,600 | −4% |
| Janesville, WI | 69,870 jobs | $31,600 – $63,400 | $47,500 | +9% |
| Redding, CA | 71,550 jobs | $31,900 – $64,000 | $47,900 | +10% |
| Wausau, WI | 69,530 jobs | $27,900 – $56,000 | $41,900 | −4% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Lexington Park bid
Foundation
A slab is cheapest. A frost-depth foundation in cold states costs more.
Garage apartments
A garage with living space is a different project: HomeGuide puts them at $80,000-$300,000.
Permits
You need a permit for a detached garage: $150-$500 on average, with separate electrical or plumbing permits if those are involved.
Related projects, priced for Lexington Park
Because every project leans on different trades, Lexington Park's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs +1% and concrete driveway −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,100 | −2% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $710 – $3,700 | +1% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $8,850 | −3% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $37,900 – $76,900 | level |
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Detached garage in Lexington Park: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Lexington Park?
For 576 sq ft, expect $28,900 to $58,100 in the Lexington Park area. A standard-spec job lands at $37,700 to $49,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Lexington Park?
About $50 to $100 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $150 to $500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Lexington Park or Washington?
Washington is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $45,300, which is 4% more than Lexington Park ($43,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lexington Park?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $21,700 out of $43,500. Materials are 49% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Lexington Park?
$36,100 to $72,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Lexington Park?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $150 to $500 for fees in the Lexington Park area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lexington Park expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Maryland?
Lexington Park is 3% below the Maryland statewide estimate ($44,700 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Maryland; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lexington Park?
The BLS median is $30.23 an hour in the Lexington Park area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $26.36 to $35.38.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Lexington Park?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $28,900 to $40,600 and premium work $46,400 to $58,100. Basic means: basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door. Premium means: insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes.
+When is the best time to build a detached garage in Lexington Park?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. May and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Detached garage near Lexington Park
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Detached Garage Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Trusscore: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage? 2026 Price Guide (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Detached Garage? [2026 Data] (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed range / 1.6, because Angi puts professional labor at roughly an additional 60% of the materials cost (materials about 62.5% of the total).