Cost to Build a House in Gillette, Wyoming (2026)
A 2,000 sq ft mid-range home in Gillette costs approximately $303,648–$386,462, or $182/sq ft.
Estimated Build Cost in Wyoming
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 Gillette: What to Know
- →Coal boom/bust cycles
- →Remote location adds material costs
Cost by Size in Gillette
About Construction Costs in Gillette
Building a new home in Gillette, Wyoming 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). Gillette is 5% more expensive than the Wyoming state average, driven by local labor market conditions and construction demand.
Wyoming as a whole has a cost multiplier of 0.92× the national average. Combined with Gillette'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 Gillette. Always obtain bids from at least 2–3 licensed general contractors in the area for an accurate project budget.