Detached garage cost in Texarkana, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $24,500 – $49,100
- Per sq ft
- $42.50 – $84.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −15%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #292
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a detached garage in the Texarkana area: $24,500 to $49,100 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 15% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $20.51 an hour in the Texarkana area, 30% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Texarkana, TX, standard level
$31,900 to $41,700
About $55 to $72 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,500 | $22,900 |
| Labor | $14,100 | $18,400 |
| Permits and fees | $210 | $330 |
| Total | $31,900 | $41,700 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Texarkana, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,500 | $20,200 | $27,000 | 55% |
| Labor | $10,800 | $16,300 | $21,700 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $270 | $420 | 1% |
| Total | $24,500 | $36,800 | $49,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Texarkana number
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, Texarkana wages are 0.75 times the national level. Labor makes up about 44% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Texarkana is at 93.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $21,600 nationally becomes $20,200 here (midpoint, 576 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 84.0: $130 to $420.
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 Texarkana. The wage table below marks each row.
How Texarkana compares
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 $36,400 to $38,300 across Texarkana and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texarkana, TXthis page | $24,500 – $49,100 | $36,800 | |
| Shreveport, LA75 miles | $25,500 – $51,100 | $38,300 | +4% |
| Longview, TX75 miles | $24,700 – $49,600 | $37,100 | +1% |
| Tyler, TX100 miles | $24,700 – $49,700 | $37,200 | +1% |
| Fort Smith, AR135 miles | $24,200 – $48,600 | $36,400 | −1% |
| Little Rock, AR135 miles | $25,100 – $50,400 | $37,700 | +3% |
| Texas (statewide) | $26,300 – $52,800 | $39,600 | +8% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +18% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Texarkana ranks #292 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Texarkana is 7% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $27,300 – $54,800 | $41,000 | +12% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $26,800 – $53,700 | $40,300 | +9% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $26,200 – $52,600 | $39,400 | +7% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $25,500 – $51,200 | $38,300 | +4% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $24,000 – $48,100 | $36,100 | −2% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $23,900 – $48,000 | $35,900 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Texarkana against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian, FL | 57,620 jobs | $26,300 – $52,700 | $39,500 | +7% |
| Punta Gorda, FL | 57,530 jobs | $26,300 – $52,800 | $39,600 | +8% |
| Wheeling, WV | 58,130 jobs | $27,800 – $55,800 | $41,800 | +14% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $29,600 – $59,400 | $44,500 | +21% |
What nearby projects cost in Texarkana
Jobs that often go together with detached garage are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Texarkana wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, garage door comes out highest (−12%) and concrete driveway lowest (−20%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,050 – $4,450 | −15% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $610 – $3,300 | −12% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,300 | −20% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $30,900 – $62,700 | −19% |
The best months for detached garage in Texarkana
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Texarkana (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 Texarkana are March through June and September through November: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and 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 July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Texarkana gets about 52 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 2 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and December (5.3 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.9 and 4.3 inches. The station averages about 82 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 | 54 | 33 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 59 | 37 | 4.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 67 | 44 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 51 | 4.9 | Workable |
| May | 82 | 62 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 70 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 93 | 73 | 3.4 | Hot |
| Aug | 94 | 72 | 2.8 | Hot |
| Sep | 87 | 65 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 77 | 53 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 65 | 42 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 56 | 36 | 5.2 | Cold |
Who does the work: Texarkana 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 Texarkana the blend is 0.75.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $20.51 an hour, 30% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.41 and $23.92 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 15.6 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 $17.48 an hour, which is 23% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $15.37 and $19.11 an hour. BLS counts 450 of them working in the area, 78.2 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 $19.57 an hour, 29% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.37 and $22.80 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 20.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.95 an hour, which is 8% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $21.08 and $35.09 an hour. BLS counts 390 of them working in the area, 67.7 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 Texarkana 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 $1,150 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,050. That is a swing of roughly 2.8% to 3.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Texarkana has 57,580 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 296th 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% | $17.41 | $20.51 | $23.92 | $29.12 | 0.70 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $18.37 | $19.57 | $22.80 | $27.41 | 0.71 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $15.37 | $17.48 | $19.11 | $22.66 | 0.77 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $21.08 | $27.95 | $35.09 | $30.38 | 0.92 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $18.00 | $22.13 | $25.78 | $26.65 | 0.83 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.75 | |||||
Detached garage: what moves the price in Texarkana
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 Texarkana
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Texarkana. 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
$24,500 to $34,300
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$31,900 to $41,700
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$39,200 to $49,100
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $10,300 – $14,400 | $13,400 – $17,600 | $16,500 – $20,700 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $24,500 – $34,300 | $31,900 – $41,700 | $39,200 – $49,100 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $30,600 – $42,800 | $39,800 – $52,100 | $49,000 – $61,300 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $38,200 – $53,500 | $49,700 – $65,000 | $61,200 – $76,500 |
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Detached garage in Texarkana: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Texarkana?
For 576 sq ft, expect $24,500 to $49,100 in the Texarkana area. A standard-spec job lands at $31,900 to $41,700. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Texarkana?
About $42.50 to $84.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $130 to $420 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Texarkana or Shreveport?
Shreveport is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $38,300, which is 4% more than Texarkana ($36,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Texarkana?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $16,300 out of $36,800. Materials are 55% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Texarkana?
$30,600 to $61,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Texarkana?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $130 to $420 for fees in the Texarkana area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Texarkana expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Texas?
Texarkana is 7% below 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 Texarkana?
The BLS median is $20.51 an hour in the Texarkana area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.41 to $23.92.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Texarkana?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $24,500 to $34,300 and premium work $39,200 to $49,100. 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 Texarkana?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through June and September through November. September 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 Texarkana
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).