Cost to Build a 500 sq ft Home in Utah (2026)
Building a 500 sq ft two-story home in Utah costs approximately $77,012–$98,016 for mid-range finishes.Utah has a construction cost multiplier of 0.98× the national average.
Basic
Builder-grade finishes
$64,704
$129/sq ft
MOST COMMON
Mid-Range
Quality materials
$87,514
$175/sq ft
Premium
Custom high-end
$119,168
$238/sq ft
Estimated Build Cost in Utah
$87,514
Range: $77,012 – $98,016
$175
per sq ft
$465/mo
est. mortgage
Configure Your Build
5004,0008,000
Upgraded finishes, quality materials
20% ($17,503)
3%20%50%
Mid-Range Finish Includes
- • Quartz countertops
- • Hardwood floors
- • Semi-custom cabinets
- • Upgraded fixtures
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Line-Item Estimate
500 sq ft · mid quality
🏗️Foundation & Concrete
Full basement or reinforced crawl space
$8,751
10%
🪵Framing & Structure
Advanced framing techniques, engineered lumber
$14,002
16%
🏠Exterior & Roofing
Fiber cement siding, architectural shingles
$11,377
13%
⚡HVAC / Plumbing / Electrical
High-efficiency HVAC, PEX plumbing, 200A service
$15,753
18%
🧱Insulation & Drywall
Blown-in insulation, smooth-finish drywall
$6,126
7%
🎨Interior Finishes
Quartz counters, hardwood floors, semi-custom cabinets
$14,002
16%
Total Estimate
Range: $77,012 – $98,016
$87,514
$175/sq ft avg
* Excludes land cost, which varies widely by location. Add $20,000–$200,000+ depending on your area.
Building a 500 sq ft Home in Utah
Key Considerations
- → Growing market in Wasatch Front
- → Heavy snow loads in mountains
- → Seismic Zone 3 in Wasatch area
- → Expansive soil issues in some areas
Cost Summary
State cost multiplier0.98×
Labor index0.95×
Typical permit cost$2,500
500 sq ft basic$64,704
500 sq ft mid$87,514
500 sq ft premium$119,168