Detached garage cost in Hattiesburg, MS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $25,300 – $50,700
- Per sq ft
- $43.50 – $87
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #278
- 1 = most expensive
Hattiesburg homeowners pay roughly $25,300 to $50,700 to build a detached garage at 576 sq ft, or $43.50 to $87 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Hattiesburg is 13% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $23.25 an hour in the Hattiesburg area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Hattiesburg, MS, standard level
$32,900 to $43,000
About $56.50 to $74 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $18,000 | $23,600 |
| Labor | $14,600 | $19,100 |
| Permits and fees | $220 | $350 |
| Total | $32,900 | $43,000 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Hattiesburg, MS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,900 | $20,800 | $27,700 | 55% |
| Labor | $11,300 | $16,900 | $22,500 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $280 | $440 | 1% |
| Total | $25,300 | $38,000 | $50,700 | 100% |
What is behind the Hattiesburg number
Labor is 45% of the midpoint bill here, against 50% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (45%), cement masons and concrete finishers (15%), construction laborers (20%), electricians (10%), roofers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Hattiesburg the blended ratio comes out at 0.78.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Hattiesburg metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 576 sq ft comes to $20,800, compared with $21,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.6) and land at $130 to $440.
Data note: 15% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Hattiesburg. The wage table below marks each row.
What nearby projects cost in Hattiesburg
Because every project leans on different trades, Hattiesburg's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −9% and concrete driveway −17%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,100 – $4,600 | −12% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $620 – $3,350 | −9% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,600 | −17% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $31,700 – $64,300 | −17% |
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 Hattiesburg is 0.78 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $23.25 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.93 and $24.10 an hour. BLS counts 210 of them working in the area, 33.7 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 $17.17 an hour, 24% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $14.92 and $19.52 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 67.5 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 Hattiesburg metro, so we used the Mississippi statewide median: $21.14 an hour against $27.41 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.50 and $22.89 an hour.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.35 an hour, 23% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $20.29 and $31.16 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 38.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 10%) the local median is $21.00 an hour, which is 21% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $17.43 and $22.01 an hour. BLS counts 30 of them working in the area, 4.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($24.10 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $280. At the 25th percentile ($17.93) it shrinks by about $1,800. The total moves by 0.7% or 4.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 62,230 jobs in the Hattiesburg area. That makes it the 280th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $17.93 | $23.25 | $24.10 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $17.50 | $21.14 | $22.89 | $27.41 | 0.77 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $14.92 | $17.17 | $19.52 | $22.66 | 0.76 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $20.29 | $23.35 | $31.16 | $30.38 | 0.77 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $17.43 | $21.00 | $22.01 | $26.65 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Is Hattiesburg 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 $38,000 to $38,700 across Hattiesburg and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hattiesburg, MSthis page | $25,300 – $50,700 | $38,000 | |
| Gulfport, MS50 miles | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,600 | +2% |
| Slidell, LA70 miles | $25,600 – $51,300 | $38,400 | +1% |
| Mobile, AL70 miles | $25,800 – $51,700 | $38,700 | +2% |
| Daphne, AL95 miles | $25,400 – $51,100 | $38,300 | +1% |
| Jackson, MS100 miles | $25,700 – $51,500 | $38,600 | +2% |
| Mississippi (statewide) | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,700 | +2% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +15% |
Across 300 US metros, Hattiesburg comes in at #278 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $57,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $35,500 (midpoints, 576 sq ft). Statewide, Hattiesburg is 2% below the Mississippi figure.
Other Mississippi metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $25,700 – $51,500 | $38,600 | +2% |
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,600 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Hattiesburg's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Hattiesburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland, NJ | 62,300 jobs | $32,500 – $65,100 | $48,800 | +29% |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $27,400 – $55,100 | $41,300 | +9% |
| Muskegon, MI | 62,340 jobs | $27,200 – $54,500 | $40,900 | +8% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $27,300 – $54,900 | $41,100 | +8% |
When to schedule detached garage in Hattiesburg
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Hattiesburg Chain Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through May and September through December are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Hattiesburg (8 of 12 months). January has an average overnight low of 40°F or below; June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
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.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in June, July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Hattiesburg gets about 59 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, June and July (5.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.7 and 3.7 inches. The station averages about 96 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 | 60 | 38 | 5.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 65 | 42 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 48 | 5.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.4 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 62 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 70 | 5.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 72 | 5.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 72 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 67 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 80 | 55 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 69 | 44 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 62 | 41 | 5.0 | Workable |
Why two Hattiesburg quotes can differ
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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: detached garage pricing in Hattiesburg
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Hattiesburg 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
$25,300 to $35,400
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$32,900 to $43,000
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$40,500 to $50,700
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $10,600 – $14,900 | $13,800 – $18,100 | $17,100 – $21,400 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $25,300 – $35,400 | $32,900 – $43,000 | $40,500 – $50,700 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $31,500 – $44,200 | $41,000 – $53,700 | $50,600 – $63,200 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $39,400 – $55,200 | $51,200 – $67,100 | $63,100 – $78,900 |
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Detached garage in Hattiesburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Hattiesburg?
For 576 sq ft, expect $25,300 to $50,700 in the Hattiesburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $32,900 to $43,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Hattiesburg?
About $43.50 to $87 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $130 to $440 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Hattiesburg or Gulfport?
Gulfport is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $38,600, which is 2% more than Hattiesburg ($38,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Hattiesburg?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $16,900 out of $38,000. Materials are 55% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Hattiesburg?
$31,500 to $63,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Hattiesburg?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $130 to $440 for fees in the Hattiesburg area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Hattiesburg expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Mississippi?
Hattiesburg is 2% 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 Hattiesburg?
The BLS median is $23.25 an hour in the Hattiesburg area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.93 to $24.10.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Hattiesburg?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $25,300 to $35,400 and premium work $40,500 to $50,700. 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 Hattiesburg?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through May and September through December. 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 Hattiesburg
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).