Detached garage cost in Yakima, WA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $31,600 – $63,400
- Per sq ft
- $54.50 – $109
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +9%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #43
- 1 = most expensive
Yakima homeowners pay roughly $31,600 to $63,400 to build a detached garage at 576 sq ft, or $54.50 to $109 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Yakima is 9% higher. Carpenters earn a median of $30.43 an hour in the Yakima area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Yakima, WA, standard level
$41,200 to $53,900
About $71 to $93 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 52% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $19,700 | $25,700 |
| Labor | $21,300 | $27,800 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $380 |
| Total | $41,200 | $53,900 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Yakima, WA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $15,100 | $22,700 | $30,200 | 48% |
| Labor | $16,300 | $24,500 | $32,700 | 52% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $310 | $480 | 1% |
| Total | $31,600 | $47,500 | $63,400 | 100% |
Why Yakima prices look the way they do
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, Yakima wages are 1.14 times the national level. Labor makes up about 52% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Yakima metro is 105.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 576 sq ft comes to $22,700, compared with $21,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (95.5) and land at $140 to $480.
Pick a size, pick a tier: detached garage pricing in Yakima
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Yakima 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
$31,600 to $44,300
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$41,200 to $53,900
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$50,700 to $63,400
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $13,300 – $18,600 | $17,300 – $22,700 | $21,300 – $26,700 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $31,600 – $44,300 | $41,200 – $53,900 | $50,700 – $63,400 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $39,500 – $55,400 | $51,400 – $67,300 | $63,300 – $79,200 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $49,300 – $69,100 | $64,200 – $84,000 | $79,000 – $98,800 |
Is Yakima cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Yakima. Olympia comes closest at about $47,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima, WAthis page | $31,600 – $63,400 | $47,500 | |
| Kennewick, WA70 miles | $32,300 – $64,700 | $48,500 | +2% |
| Seattle, WA90 miles | $34,000 – $68,200 | $51,100 | +8% |
| Portland, OR100 miles | $33,300 – $66,900 | $50,100 | +5% |
| Olympia, WA105 miles | $31,900 – $63,900 | $47,900 | +1% |
| Bremerton, WA120 miles | $31,900 – $64,000 | $48,000 | +1% |
| Washington (statewide) | $33,300 – $66,900 | $50,100 | +5% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | −8% |
Across 300 US metros, Yakima comes in at #43 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $57,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $35,500 (midpoints, 576 sq ft). Statewide, Yakima is 5% below the Washington figure.
Other Washington metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $34,000 – $68,200 | $51,100 | +8% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $31,200 – $62,600 | $46,900 | −1% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $31,900 – $63,900 | $47,900 | +1% |
| Kennewick, WA | 129,490 jobs | $32,300 – $64,700 | $48,500 | +2% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $31,900 – $64,000 | $48,000 | +1% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $33,400 – $67,000 | $50,200 | +6% |
Cities with a workforce like Yakima's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Yakima against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $29,900 – $60,000 | $44,900 | −5% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $25,200 – $50,500 | $37,800 | −20% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $25,500 – $51,200 | $38,400 | −19% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $24,200 – $48,600 | $36,400 | −23% |
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 Yakima is 1.14 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $30.43 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.61 and $44.37 an hour. BLS counts 480 of them working in the area, 49.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 20% of the weighting: a median of $23.47 an hour, 4% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.25 and $29.70 an hour. About 590 work in the metro. That is 60.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 15%) the local median is $42.23 an hour, which is 54% above the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $30.27 and $56.59 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 13.4 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 $37.81 an hour, 24% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.17 and $53.55 an hour. About 390 work in the metro. That is 40.2 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 $27.24 an hour, which is in line with the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $26.89 and $36.14 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the area, 16.5 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 ($44.37 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $4,650. At the 25th percentile ($27.61) it shrinks by about $940. The total moves by 9.8% or 2.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 97,010 jobs in the Yakima area. That makes it the 208th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $27.61 | $30.43 | $44.37 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $30.27 | $42.23 | $56.59 | $27.41 | 1.54 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $21.25 | $23.47 | $29.70 | $22.66 | 1.04 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.17 | $37.81 | $53.55 | $30.38 | 1.24 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $26.89 | $27.24 | $36.14 | $26.65 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.14 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Yakima
Because every project leans on different trades, Yakima's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs +22% and garage door +5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,950 | +15% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $740 – $3,900 | +5% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,400 – $11,300 | +22% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $41,100 – $83,200 | +8% |
Detached garage: what moves the price in Yakima
Permits
You need a permit for a detached garage: $150-$500 on average, with separate electrical or plumbing permits if those are involved.
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.
When to schedule detached garage in Yakima
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Yakima Air Terminal (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
May through June and August through September are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Yakima (4 of 12 months). January, February, March, April, October, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; July has 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, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Yakima gets about 8 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 20 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (1.4 inches in December). Inside the workable window, August and September are the driest, at 0.2 and 0.2 inches. The station averages about 40 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 | 40 | 24 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 47 | 26 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 57 | 30 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 65 | 35 | 0.6 | Cold |
| May | 74 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 50 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 55 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 53 | 0.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 45 | 0.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 35 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Nov | 49 | 27 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Dec | 38 | 23 | 1.4 | Cold |
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Detached garage in Yakima: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Yakima?
For 576 sq ft, expect $31,600 to $63,400 in the Yakima area. A standard-spec job lands at $41,200 to $53,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Yakima?
About $54.50 to $109 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 Yakima or Kennewick?
Kennewick is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $48,500, which is 2% more than Yakima ($47,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Yakima?
About 52% at the midpoint, or $24,500 out of $47,500. Materials are 48% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Yakima?
$39,500 to $79,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Yakima?
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 Yakima area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Yakima expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Washington?
Yakima is 5% below the Washington statewide estimate ($50,100 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Washington; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Yakima?
The BLS median is $30.43 an hour in the Yakima area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.61 to $44.37.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Yakima?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $31,600 to $44,300 and premium work $50,700 to $63,400. 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 Yakima?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through June and August through September. August and September 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 Yakima
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).