Cost to Build a House in Dallas, Texas (2026)
A 2,000 sq ft mid-range home in Dallas costs approximately $303,648–$386,462, or $182/sq ft.
Estimated Build Cost in Texas
Range: $289,189 – $368,059
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 Dallas: What to Know
- →Fast growth, strong labor demand
- →DFW metro premium
- →Black cotton clay soils
Cost by Size in Dallas
About Construction Costs in Dallas
Building a new home in Dallas, Texas in 2026 costs approximately $182 per square foot for mid-range construction — putting a 2,000 sq ft home at roughly $345,055 for the structure alone (excluding land). Dallas is 5% more expensive than the Texas state average, driven by local labor market conditions and construction demand.
Texas as a whole has a cost multiplier of 0.92× the national average. Combined with Dallas's local adjustment of 1.05×, the effective multiplier for this city is 0.97× the national baseline.
These estimates cover construction costs only and do not include land, which varies significantly in Dallas. Always obtain bids from at least 2–3 licensed general contractors in the area for an accurate project budget.