Detached garage cost in Midland, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $26,900 – $54,000
- Per sq ft
- $46.50 – $93
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #178
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a detached garage in the Midland area: $26,900 to $54,000 for 576 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 7% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $29.24 an hour in the Midland area, 0% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Midland, TX, standard level
$35,000 to $45,900
About $60.50 to $79 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,600 | $23,000 |
| Labor | $17,200 | $22,600 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $380 |
| Total | $35,000 | $45,900 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Midland, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,500 | $20,300 | $27,000 | 50% |
| Labor | $13,300 | $19,900 | $26,500 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $310 | $480 | 1% |
| Total | $26,900 | $40,500 | $54,000 | 100% |
Where the Midland 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, Midland wages are 0.92 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Midland is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $21,600 nationally becomes $20,300 here (midpoint, 576 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 95.8: $140 to $480.
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 Midland. The wage table below marks each row.
Midland against nearby metros and the rest of Texas
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Midland. El Paso is the lowest at about $36,100 (midpoint, 576 sq ft), 210 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TXthis page | $26,900 – $54,000 | $40,500 | |
| Odessa, TX35 miles | $25,900 – $52,000 | $38,900 | −4% |
| Lubbock, TX95 miles | $24,400 – $49,000 | $36,700 | −9% |
| Abilene, TX135 miles | $24,600 – $49,400 | $37,000 | −9% |
| El Paso, TX210 miles | $24,000 – $48,100 | $36,100 | −11% |
| Amarillo, TX220 miles | $25,300 – $50,700 | $38,000 | −6% |
| Texas (statewide) | $26,300 – $52,800 | $39,600 | −2% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Midland ranks #178 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Midland is 2% above the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $27,300 – $54,800 | $41,000 | +1% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $26,800 – $53,700 | $40,300 | level |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $26,200 – $52,600 | $39,400 | −3% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $25,500 – $51,200 | $38,300 | −5% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $24,000 – $48,100 | $36,100 | −11% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $23,900 – $48,000 | $35,900 | −11% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Midland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $30,500 – $61,100 | $45,800 | +13% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $32,900 – $66,100 | $49,500 | +22% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $25,300 – $50,700 | $38,000 | −6% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 121,790 jobs | $28,300 – $56,900 | $42,600 | +5% |
Detached garage: what moves the price in Midland
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.
Who does the work: Midland trade wages
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 Midland the blend is 0.92.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $29.24 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.60 and $34.63 an hour. About 170 work in the metro. That is 13.9 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 $18.99 an hour, which is 16% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $22.28 an hour. BLS counts 1,970 of them working in the area, 161.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 15% of the weighting: a median of $22.77 an hour, 17% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $19.21 and $28.06 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 9.8 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 $28.62 an hour, which is 6% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.88 and $35.20 an hour. BLS counts 980 of them working in the area, 80.2 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 Midland metro, so we used the Texas statewide median: $22.13 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.00 and $25.78 an hour.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,800 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,550. That is a swing of roughly 3.8% to 4.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Midland has 122,180 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 177th 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% | $24.60 | $29.24 | $34.63 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $19.21 | $22.77 | $28.06 | $27.41 | 0.83 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $17.56 | $18.99 | $22.28 | $22.66 | 0.84 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.88 | $28.62 | $35.20 | $30.38 | 0.94 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $18.00 | $22.13 | $25.78 | $26.65 | 0.83 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.92 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Midland?
Jobs that often go together with detached garage are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Midland wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, garage door comes out highest (−5%) and concrete driveway lowest (−11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,750 | −9% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $670 – $3,500 | −5% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $35,700 – $72,300 | −6% |
The best months for detached garage in Midland
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Midland Odessa (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Midland are March through May and September through November: 6 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and 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.
Midland gets about 14 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 4 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (1.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and April are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.7 inches. The station averages about 115 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 | 59 | 33 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 64 | 37 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 72 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 81 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| May | 89 | 62 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 95 | 70 | 1.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 96 | 73 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 72 | 1.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 54 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 34 | 0.6 | Cold |
Midland: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Midland. 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
$26,900 to $37,800
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$35,000 to $45,900
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$43,200 to $54,000
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $11,300 – $15,900 | $14,700 – $19,300 | $18,200 – $22,800 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $26,900 – $37,800 | $35,000 – $45,900 | $43,200 – $54,000 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $33,600 – $47,100 | $43,700 – $57,300 | $53,900 – $67,400 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $42,000 – $58,800 | $54,600 – $71,500 | $67,300 – $84,100 |
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Detached garage in Midland: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Midland?
For 576 sq ft, expect $26,900 to $54,000 in the Midland area. A standard-spec job lands at $35,000 to $45,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Midland?
About $46.50 to $93 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $140 to $480 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Midland or Odessa?
Odessa is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $38,900, which is 4% less than Midland ($40,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Midland?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $19,900 out of $40,500. Materials are 50% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Midland?
$33,600 to $67,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Midland?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $480 for fees in the Midland area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Midland expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Texas?
Midland is 2% above the Texas statewide estimate ($39,600 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Midland?
The BLS median is $29.24 an hour in the Midland area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.60 to $34.63.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Midland?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $26,900 to $37,800 and premium work $43,200 to $54,000. 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 Midland?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through May and September through November. March and April 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 Midland
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).