Detached garage cost in Gulfport, MS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $25,700 – $51,600
- Per sq ft
- $44.50 – $88.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #256
- 1 = most expensive
A detached garage in Gulfport, MS usually costs $25,700 to $51,600 for 576 sq ft. That works out to about $44.50 to $88.50 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $4,900 less. Carpenters earn a median of $23.78 an hour in the Gulfport area, 18% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Gulfport, MS, standard level
$33,500 to $43,800
About $57.50 to $75.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $18,000 | $23,600 |
| Labor | $15,200 | $19,900 |
| Permits and fees | $230 | $360 |
| Total | $33,500 | $43,800 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Gulfport, MS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,900 | $20,800 | $27,700 | 54% |
| Labor | $11,700 | $17,500 | $23,400 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $290 | $450 | 1% |
| Total | $25,700 | $38,600 | $51,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Gulfport number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 45% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $23.78 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Gulfport is 0.81 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 45% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Gulfport is at 96.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $21,600 nationally becomes $20,800 here (midpoint, 576 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 90.0: $140 to $450.
Data note: 10% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Gulfport. The wage table below marks each row.
Detached garage: what moves the price in Gulfport
Electrical
Running power to a detached garage costs $1,000-$3,800 for a standard build and $5,000 or more for a long trench or amperage upgrade (Angi, Trusscore).
Size and finish level
HomeGuide puts a 2-car detached garage at $20,000-$57,600, with the spread driven by how finished it is.
Foundation
A slab is cheapest. A frost-depth foundation in cold states costs more.
Gulfport weather and the detached garage calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Gulfport - Biloxi Ap (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Gulfport are September through June: 10 of 12. Outside them, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Gulfport gets about 63 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.2 inches in July). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.7 and 4.0 inches. The station averages about 69 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61 | 42 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 46 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 52 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 77 | 58 | 5.5 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 66 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 73 | 6.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 75 | 7.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 75 | 6.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 71 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 80 | 60 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 70 | 49 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 45 | 4.5 | Workable |
What local crews earn in Gulfport
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 5 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Gulfport the blend is 0.81.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $23.78 an hour, 18% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.51 and $25.23 an hour. About 530 work in the metro. That is 33.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 20%) the local median is $18.69 an hour, which is 18% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.86 and $22.67 an hour. BLS counts 1,090 of them working in the area, 68.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 15% of the weighting: a median of $18.30 an hour, 33% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $17.02 and $23.04 an hour. About 100 work in the metro. That is 6.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $30.02 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.41 and $30.02 an hour. BLS counts 2,010 of them working in the area, 127.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Gulfport metro, so we used the Mississippi statewide median: $21.61 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.53 and $23.56 an hour.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $480 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $760. That is a swing of roughly 2.0% to 1.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Gulfport-Biloxi has 158,310 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 149th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $21.51 | $23.78 | $25.23 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $17.02 | $18.30 | $23.04 | $27.41 | 0.67 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $16.86 | $18.69 | $22.67 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $28.41 | $30.02 | $30.02 | $30.38 | 0.99 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $17.53 | $21.61 | $23.56 | $26.65 | 0.81 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.81 | |||||
Gulfport against nearby metros and the rest of Mississippi
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Gulfport. Hattiesburg is the lowest at about $38,000 (midpoint, 576 sq ft), 50 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MSthis page | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,600 | |
| Mobile, AL50 miles | $25,800 – $51,700 | $38,700 | level |
| Hattiesburg, MS50 miles | $25,300 – $50,700 | $38,000 | −2% |
| Slidell, LA55 miles | $25,600 – $51,300 | $38,400 | level |
| Daphne, AL75 miles | $25,400 – $51,100 | $38,300 | −1% |
| New Orleans, LA90 miles | $25,900 – $52,000 | $39,000 | +1% |
| Mississippi (statewide) | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,700 | level |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +13% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Gulfport ranks #256 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Gulfport is 0% below the Mississippi figure.
Elsewhere in Mississippi
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $25,700 – $51,500 | $38,600 | level |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $25,300 – $50,700 | $38,000 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Gulfport against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $27,600 – $55,400 | $41,500 | +7% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $30,600 – $61,500 | $46,000 | +19% |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $29,900 – $60,000 | $44,900 | +16% |
| Brownsville, TX | 157,450 jobs | $23,600 – $47,400 | $35,500 | −8% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: detached garage pricing in Gulfport
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Gulfport. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft to 3-car (900 sq ft).
Basic
$25,700 to $36,000
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$33,500 to $43,800
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$41,200 to $51,600
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $10,800 – $15,200 | $14,100 – $18,500 | $17,400 – $21,700 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $25,700 – $36,000 | $33,500 – $43,800 | $41,200 – $51,600 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $32,100 – $45,000 | $41,800 – $54,700 | $51,400 – $64,300 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $40,100 – $56,200 | $52,100 – $68,200 | $64,200 – $80,300 |
Related projects, priced for Gulfport
Jobs that often go together with detached garage are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Gulfport wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, garage door comes out highest (−7%) and concrete driveway lowest (−19%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,100 – $4,550 | −13% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | −7% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,400 | −19% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $32,800 – $66,600 | −14% |
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Detached garage in Gulfport: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Gulfport?
For 576 sq ft, expect $25,700 to $51,600 in the Gulfport area. A standard-spec job lands at $33,500 to $43,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Gulfport?
About $44.50 to $88.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $140 to $450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Gulfport or Mobile?
Mobile is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $38,700, which is 0% more than Gulfport ($38,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Gulfport?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $17,500 out of $38,600. Materials are 54% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Gulfport?
$32,100 to $64,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Gulfport?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $450 for fees in the Gulfport area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Gulfport expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Mississippi?
Gulfport is 0% below the Mississippi statewide estimate ($38,700 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Mississippi; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Gulfport?
The BLS median is $23.78 an hour in the Gulfport area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.51 to $25.23.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Gulfport?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $25,700 to $36,000 and premium work $41,200 to $51,600. 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 Gulfport?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. October 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 Gulfport
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).