Detached garage cost in Youngstown, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $27,600 – $55,400
- Per sq ft
- $47.50 – $95.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #155
- 1 = most expensive
Youngstown homeowners pay roughly $27,600 to $55,400 to build a detached garage at 576 sq ft, or $47.50 to $95.50 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Youngstown is 5% lower. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Youngstown, OH, standard level
$35,900 to $47,000
About $62 to $81 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,500 | $22,900 |
| Labor | $18,200 | $23,800 |
| Permits and fees | $220 | $350 |
| Total | $35,900 | $47,000 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Youngstown, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,500 | $20,200 | $27,000 | 49% |
| Labor | $14,000 | $21,000 | $28,000 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $280 | $440 | 1% |
| Total | $27,600 | $41,500 | $55,400 | 100% |
Where the Youngstown price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 5 trades: carpenters at 45%, cement masons and concrete finishers at 15%, construction laborers at 20%, electricians at 10%, roofers at 10%. Weighted together, Youngstown wages are 0.97 times the national level. Labor makes up about 51% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Youngstown metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 576 sq ft comes to $20,200, compared with $21,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.4) and land at $130 to $440.
When to schedule detached garage in Youngstown
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Youngstown Rgnl Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
May through October is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Youngstown (6 of 12 months). January, February, March, April, November 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.
Youngstown gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 68 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and September (4.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, August and October are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 34 | 19 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 21 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 28 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Apr | 60 | 38 | 3.8 | Cold |
| May | 71 | 48 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 60 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 59 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 52 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 42 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 33 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Dec | 39 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
Detached garage: what moves the price in Youngstown
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.
Youngstown: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Youngstown 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
$27,600 to $38,700
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$35,900 to $47,000
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$44,300 to $55,400
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $11,600 – $16,300 | $15,100 – $19,800 | $18,600 – $23,300 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $27,600 – $38,700 | $35,900 – $47,000 | $44,300 – $55,400 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $34,500 – $48,300 | $44,800 – $58,700 | $55,200 – $69,100 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $43,000 – $60,300 | $56,000 – $73,300 | $69,000 – $86,200 |
Youngstown against nearby metros and the rest of Ohio
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 $41,500 to $44,500 across Youngstown and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OHthis page | $27,600 – $55,400 | $41,500 | |
| Akron, OH30 miles | $29,400 – $58,900 | $44,100 | +6% |
| Canton, OH40 miles | $28,300 – $56,700 | $42,500 | +2% |
| Cleveland, OH45 miles | $29,200 – $58,500 | $43,900 | +6% |
| Pittsburgh, PA70 miles | $29,600 – $59,400 | $44,500 | +7% |
| Erie, PA75 miles | $28,600 – $57,400 | $43,000 | +4% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $28,700 – $57,600 | $43,100 | +4% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Youngstown comes in at #155 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $57,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $35,500 (midpoints, 576 sq ft). Statewide, Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $29,700 – $59,500 | $44,600 | +7% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $28,500 – $57,300 | $42,900 | +3% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $29,200 – $58,500 | $43,900 | +6% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $28,200 – $56,600 | $42,400 | +2% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $29,400 – $58,900 | $44,100 | +6% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $28,800 – $57,800 | $43,300 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Youngstown's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Youngstown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $29,900 – $60,000 | $44,900 | +8% |
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,600 | −7% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $25,500 – $51,100 | $38,300 | −8% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $30,600 – $61,500 | $46,000 | +11% |
Planning more than one job in Youngstown?
Because every project leans on different trades, Youngstown's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs level and garage door −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,050 | −2% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $660 – $3,450 | −6% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,650 – $9,250 | level |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $36,000 – $72,800 | −5% |
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 Youngstown is 0.97 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $27.39 an hour, which is 6% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.75 and $35.03 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 28.7 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 $23.36 an hour, 3% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.83 and $31.39 an hour. About 850 work in the metro. That is 53.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 15%) the local median is $29.36 an hour, which is 7% above the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $23.83 and $37.86 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 12.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.64 an hour, 6% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.13 and $36.46 an hour. About 830 work in the metro. That is 51.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.99 an hour, which is 14% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $21.42 and $29.18 an hour. BLS counts 380 of them working in the area, 23.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.03 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $2,550. At the 25th percentile ($21.75) it shrinks by about $1,900. The total moves by 6.1% or 4.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 160,160 jobs in the Youngstown-Warren area. That makes it the 148th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $21.75 | $27.39 | $35.03 | $29.12 | 0.94 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $23.83 | $29.36 | $37.86 | $27.41 | 1.07 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $18.83 | $23.36 | $31.39 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.13 | $28.64 | $36.46 | $30.38 | 0.94 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $21.42 | $22.99 | $29.18 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
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Detached garage in Youngstown: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Youngstown?
For 576 sq ft, expect $27,600 to $55,400 in the Youngstown area. A standard-spec job lands at $35,900 to $47,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Youngstown?
About $47.50 to $95.50 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 Youngstown or Akron?
Akron is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $44,100, which is 6% more than Youngstown ($41,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Youngstown?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $21,000 out of $41,500. Materials are 49% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Youngstown?
$34,500 to $69,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Youngstown?
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 Youngstown area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Youngstown expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Ohio?
Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($43,100 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Youngstown?
The BLS median is $27.39 an hour in the Youngstown area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.75 to $35.03.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Youngstown?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $27,600 to $38,700 and premium work $44,300 to $55,400. 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 Youngstown?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through October. August and October 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 Youngstown
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).