Cost to Build a House in Billings, Montana (2026)
A 2,000 sq ft mid-range home in Billings costs approximately $314,210–$399,904, or $188/sq ft.
Estimated Build Cost in Montana
Range: $308,049 – $392,063
Configure Your Build
Upgraded finishes, quality materials
Mid-Range Finish Includes
- • Quartz countertops
- • Hardwood floors
- • Semi-custom cabinets
- • Upgraded fixtures
Line-Item Estimate
* Excludes land cost, which varies widely by location. Add $20,000–$200,000+ depending on your area.
Building in Billings: What to Know
- →Largest MT city, slight premium
- →Oil and ag economy
Cost by Size in Billings
About Construction Costs in Billings
Building a new home in Billings, Montana in 2026 costs approximately $188 per square foot for mid-range construction — putting a 2,000 sq ft home at roughly $357,057 for the structure alone (excluding land). Billings is 2% more expensive than the Montana state average, driven by local labor market conditions and construction demand.
Montana as a whole has a cost multiplier of 0.98× the national average. Combined with Billings's local adjustment of 1.02×, the effective multiplier for this city is 1.00× the national baseline.
These estimates cover construction costs only and do not include land, which varies significantly in Billings. Always obtain bids from at least 2–3 licensed general contractors in the area for an accurate project budget.