Home addition cost in Amarillo, TX
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
- #270
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a home addition in the Amarillo 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 $22.97 an hour in the Amarillo area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Amarillo, TX, standard level
$42,400 to $55,800
About $139 to $181 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 63% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $14,600 | $19,100 |
| Labor | $26,900 | $35,200 |
| Permits and fees | $870 | $1,400 |
| Total | $42,400 | $55,800 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Amarillo, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $11,300 | $16,900 | $22,500 | 34% |
| Labor | $20,700 | $31,100 | $41,400 | 63% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $1,150 | $1,850 | 2% |
| Total | $32,400 | $49,100 | $65,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Amarillo number
Labor is 63% of the midpoint bill here, against 67% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (50%), cement masons and concrete finishers (10%), electricians (10%), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (10%), drywall and ceiling tile installers (10%), roofers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Amarillo the blended ratio comes out at 0.81.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Amarillo is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $18,000 nationally becomes $16,900 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.8: $460 to $1,850.
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 Amarillo. The wage table below marks each row.
Specs and site conditions that change a Amarillo bid
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).
Plumbing and fixtures
Adding a bathroom or kitchen drives the price up the most.
How Amarillo compares
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Midland is the priciest of the group at $54,000. Lubbock is the cheapest at $46,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo, TXthis page | $32,400 – $65,800 | $49,100 | |
| Lubbock, TX125 miles | $30,600 – $62,100 | $46,400 | −6% |
| Midland, TX220 miles | $35,700 – $72,300 | $54,000 | +10% |
| Santa Fe, NM230 miles | $35,600 – $72,200 | $53,900 | +10% |
| Abilene, TX230 miles | $31,000 – $62,900 | $47,000 | −4% |
| Odessa, TX235 miles | $33,900 – $68,700 | $51,300 | +4% |
| Texas (statewide) | $33,600 – $68,200 | $50,900 | +4% |
| United States | $38,000 – $77,000 | $57,500 | +17% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Amarillo ranks #270 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Amarillo is 4% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $34,400 – $69,800 | $52,100 | +6% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $34,100 – $69,200 | $51,600 | +5% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $33,800 – $68,700 | $51,300 | +4% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $32,800 – $66,500 | $49,600 | +1% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $30,200 – $61,200 | $45,700 | −7% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $30,100 – $61,000 | $45,500 | −7% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Amarillo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $39,800 – $80,400 | $60,100 | +22% |
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $40,600 – $82,200 | $61,400 | +25% |
| Duluth, MN | 124,710 jobs | $40,500 – $81,800 | $61,100 | +25% |
| Midland, TX | 122,180 jobs | $35,700 – $72,300 | $54,000 | +10% |
Who does the work: Amarillo 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 Amarillo the blend is 0.81.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.97 an hour, 21% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.55 and $29.60 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 28.2 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 $22.00 an hour, 20% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $20.98 and $27.05 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 19.4 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 $26.13 an hour, which is 14% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $20.89 and $32.54 an hour. BLS counts 750 of them working in the area, 60.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $26.91 an hour, 12% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.26 and $30.50 an hour. About 440 work in the metro. That is 35.5 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 Amarillo metro, so we used the Texas statewide median: $22.88 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $19.28 and $28.09 an hour.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Amarillo 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 $4,350 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $2,900. That is a swing of roughly 5.9% to 8.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Amarillo has 123,930 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 175th 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% | $18.55 | $22.97 | $29.60 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 10% | $20.98 | $22.00 | $27.05 | $27.41 | 0.80 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $20.89 | $26.13 | $32.54 | $30.38 | 0.86 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.26 | $26.91 | $30.50 | $30.67 | 0.88 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $19.28 | $22.88 | $28.09 | $28.33 | 0.81 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $18.00 | $22.13 | $25.78 | $26.65 | 0.83 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.81 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Amarillo?
Jobs that often go together with home addition are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Amarillo wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−9%) and roof replacement lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $16,900 – $28,800 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,600 | −11% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,300 – $50,700 | −13% |
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,250 – $10,900 | −13% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: home addition pricing in Amarillo
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Amarillo. 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
$42,400 to $55,800
Standard room addition with HVAC and electrical
Premium
$52,400 to $65,800
Large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| bump-out (100 sq ft) | $11,100 – $15,900 | $14,700 – $19,500 | $18,300 – $23,100 |
| 20x20 room (400 sq ft) | $43,100 – $60,700 | $56,300 – $73,900 | $69,500 – $87,100 |
| large suite (600 sq ft) | $64,400 – $90,500 | $84,000 – $110,000 | $103,500 – $129,500 |
The best months for home addition in Amarillo
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Amarillo (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For digging, grading and setting material in the ground, the comfortable months in Amarillo are March through May and September through November: 6 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F), and June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January, February and December the average low is at or below freezing, which means frozen ground and slower digging, compaction and sod or stone placement. NOAA counts about 108 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Amarillo gets about 20 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 17 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and August (2.9 inches in August). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 1.3 and 0.8 inches. The station averages about 72 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 | 52 | 25 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 56 | 28 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 65 | 35 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 72 | 43 | 1.4 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 53 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 62 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 66 | 2.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 65 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 58 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 73 | 45 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 61 | 34 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 52 | 26 | 0.7 | Cold |
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Home addition in Amarillo: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a home addition in Amarillo?
For 300 sq ft, expect $32,400 to $65,800 in the Amarillo area. A standard-spec job lands at $42,400 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 Amarillo?
About $107 to $213 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,850 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $125 to $250.
+Is home addition cheaper in Amarillo or Lubbock?
Lubbock is 125 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $46,400, which is 6% less than Amarillo ($49,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Amarillo?
About 63% at the midpoint, or $31,100 out of $49,100. Materials are 34% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 67%.
+What would 20x20 room (400 sq ft) cost in Amarillo?
$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 Amarillo?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,850 for fees in the Amarillo area (our national range of $500 to $2,000 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Amarillo expensive for home addition compared with the rest of Texas?
Amarillo is 4% below the Texas statewide estimate ($50,900 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Amarillo?
The BLS median is $22.97 an hour in the Amarillo area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.55 to $29.60.
+What do basic and premium home addition work cost in Amarillo?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $32,400 to $45,800 and premium work $52,400 to $65,800. Basic means: bump-out or simple room without plumbing. Premium means: large addition with bath or kitchen and a new foundation.
+When is the best time to build a home addition in Amarillo?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through May and September through November. March 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.
Home addition near Amarillo
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.