Home addition cost in Daphne, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $32,400 – $65,800
- Per sq ft
- $107 – $213
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −15%
- US $57,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #265
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a home addition in the Daphne area: $32,400 to $65,800 for 300 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 $22.59 an hour in the Daphne area, 22% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Daphne, AL, standard level
$42,500 to $55,800
About $139 to $181 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 62% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $15,000 | $19,700 |
| Labor | $26,500 | $34,700 |
| Permits and fees | $900 | $1,450 |
| Total | $42,500 | $55,800 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Daphne, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $11,600 | $17,400 | $23,100 | 35% |
| Labor | $20,400 | $30,600 | $40,800 | 62% |
| Permits and fees | $470 | $1,200 | $1,900 | 2% |
| Total | $32,400 | $49,100 | $65,800 | 100% |
Why Daphne prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $22.59 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Daphne is 0.80 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 62% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Daphne is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $18,000 nationally becomes $17,400 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 94.7: $470 to $1,900.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Daphne. The wage table below marks each row.
Who does the work: Daphne trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 6 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 Daphne the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.59 an hour, 22% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.16 and $25.41 an hour. About 270 work in the metro. That is 31.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 10% of the weighting: a median of $21.50 an hour, 22% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $17.46 and $26.78 an hour. About 220 work in the metro. That is 25.3 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 $24.44 an hour, which is 20% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $21.78 and $30.42 an hour. BLS counts 410 of them working in the area, 47.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.44 an hour, 11% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.81 and $29.72 an hour. About 330 work in the metro. That is 37.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Daphne metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $23.08 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.04 and $24.75 an hour.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Daphne metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $21.96 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.36 and $25.64 an hour.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,850 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $2,900. That is a swing of roughly 5.9% to 3.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Daphne-Fairhope-Foley has 87,120 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 225th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $18.16 | $22.59 | $25.41 | $29.12 | 0.78 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 10% | $17.46 | $21.50 | $26.78 | $27.41 | 0.78 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $21.78 | $24.44 | $30.42 | $30.38 | 0.80 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.81 | $27.44 | $29.72 | $30.67 | 0.89 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.04 | $23.08 | $24.75 | $28.33 | 0.81 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $20.36 | $21.96 | $25.64 | $26.65 | 0.82 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Daphne bid
Permits
Construction permits run $500-$2,000, or $5-$21 per $1,000 of project cost (HomeGuide).
Foundation
A foundation, framing, roofing and matching exterior finishes all have to be built before the interior work starts.
Type of addition
A new room is $125-$250 per sq ft; a bump-out $85-$200; an attic conversion $50-$150; a garage conversion $50-$200 (HomeGuide).
Pick a size, pick a tier: home addition pricing in Daphne
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Daphne. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from bump-out (100 sq ft) to large suite (600 sq ft).
Basic
$32,400 to $45,800
Bump-out or simple room without plumbing
Standard
$42,500 to $55,800
Standard room addition with HVAC and electrical
Premium
$52,500 to $65,800
Large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| bump-out (100 sq ft) | $11,100 – $16,000 | $14,800 – $19,600 | $18,400 – $23,200 |
| 20x20 room (400 sq ft) | $43,100 – $60,700 | $56,300 – $73,900 | $69,500 – $87,100 |
| large suite (600 sq ft) | $64,400 – $90,600 | $84,000 – $110,000 | $103,500 – $130,000 |
Daphne against nearby metros and the rest of Alabama
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 300 sq ft range from $48,000 to $50,400 across Daphne and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne, ALthis page | $32,400 – $65,800 | $49,100 | |
| Mobile, AL25 miles | $33,300 – $67,500 | $50,400 | +3% |
| Pensacola, FL35 miles | $32,400 – $65,800 | $49,100 | level |
| Gulfport, MS75 miles | $32,800 – $66,600 | $49,700 | +1% |
| Crestview, FL85 miles | $33,200 – $67,400 | $50,300 | +2% |
| Hattiesburg, MS95 miles | $31,700 – $64,300 | $48,000 | −2% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $32,900 – $66,800 | $49,800 | +1% |
| United States | $38,000 – $77,000 | $57,500 | +17% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Daphne ranks #265 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Daphne is 1% below the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $33,700 – $68,200 | $50,900 | +4% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $33,200 – $67,300 | $50,200 | +2% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $33,300 – $67,500 | $50,400 | +3% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $32,500 – $65,800 | $49,200 | level |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $33,100 – $67,100 | $50,100 | +2% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $32,400 – $65,800 | $49,100 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Daphne against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $34,300 – $69,400 | $51,900 | +6% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $38,600 – $78,000 | $58,300 | +19% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $32,700 – $66,300 | $49,500 | +1% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $32,700 – $66,300 | $49,500 | +1% |
The best months for home addition in Daphne
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Fairhope 3 Ne (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for digging, grading and setting material in the ground in Daphne: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F)) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Daphne gets about 66 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.6 inches in July). The station averages about 47 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 | 61 | 39 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 43 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 76 | 53 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 83 | 61 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 70 | 6.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 89 | 72 | 7.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 89 | 71 | 7.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 86 | 67 | 6.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 56 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 70 | 46 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 42 | 5.1 | Workable |
Planning more than one job in Daphne?
Jobs that often go together with home addition are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Daphne wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−7%) and roof replacement lowest (−12%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,400 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,200 – $20,800 | −11% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,400 – $51,100 | −12% |
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,250 – $11,100 | −12% |
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Home addition in Daphne: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a home addition in Daphne?
For 300 sq ft, expect $32,400 to $65,800 in the Daphne area. A standard-spec job lands at $42,500 to $55,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for home addition in Daphne?
About $107 to $213 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $470 to $1,900 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $125 to $250.
+Is home addition cheaper in Daphne or Mobile?
Mobile is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $50,400, which is 3% more than Daphne ($49,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Daphne?
About 62% at the midpoint, or $30,600 out of $49,100. Materials are 35% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 67%.
+What would 20x20 room (400 sq ft) cost in Daphne?
$43,100 to $87,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does home addition need a permit in Daphne?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $470 to $1,900 for fees in the Daphne area (our national range of $500 to $2,000 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Daphne expensive for home addition compared with the rest of Alabama?
Daphne is 1% below the Alabama statewide estimate ($49,800 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Daphne?
The BLS median is $22.59 an hour in the Daphne area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.16 to $25.41.
+What do basic and premium home addition work cost in Daphne?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $32,400 to $45,800 and premium work $52,500 to $65,800. Basic means: bump-out or simple room without plumbing. Premium means: large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation.
+Is there a bad season to build a home addition in Daphne?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
Home addition near Daphne
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 Home Addition Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (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 = 32% of the installed price, from Cost to Renovate's mid-range 'Structural' category split (56% labor, 32% materials, 11% permits and design). It is a category average rather than an addition-specific figure.