2025 Metal Building Prices by Size and Customization
Metal building prices typically start at around $8.20 per square foot. They offer versatile and remarkably durable solutions for anything from sheds to commercial structures.
As you plan your next project, understanding metal building prices is a crucial first step.
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Explore base structure prices starting at $6,795 and learn how size, style, and customizations impact costs to find the perfect fit for your budget.
As you plan your next project, understanding metal building prices is a crucial first step.
This guide explains the key elements that influence metal building costs, including essential factors like size, customization options, building codes, and local weather. We’ll explore common building styles, provide transparent pricing examples, and equip you with the information and tools needed to accurately design and budget for the ideal metal building.
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Key Cost Considerations for Your Metal Building
Size and Square Footage
- Size is the main cost driver behind metal building prices.
- Square footage directly influences the amount of steel required.
- Leg height has a similar effect, but mostly in enclosed metal buildings like garages.
Customizations and Features
- Roof styles and insulation may vary based on weather and wind conditions.
- Add-ons like windows, insulation, and garage doors increase costs but improve durability, functionality, and value.
Location and Permits
- Costs vary by location due to weather-related factors like insulation and roof styles.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes for durability and safety.
- Most projects require a construction permit, so factor it into your budget.
Metal Building Installation
- Delivery and installation are free, saving you time and money.
- Installation usually takes one to three days.
- For lead times in your area, see our current estimated timeframes.
Metal Building Size Pricing
Size directly impacts the amount of materials that go into a metal building and their delivery costs. In addition, steel and fuel prices may fluctuate. However, even if they do, we strive to offer competitive pricing.
For example, the price of a 40-foot wide by 20-foot long open-sided metal building starts at $8,795, while the 40-foot long version of this metal building costs $15,095.
Discover affordable prefab metal building kits of different sizes designed to suit your needs in the table below. These prices apply to open-sided steel carports with 8-foot legs, delivered to Alabama, Florida, Texas, and others. Additional charges apply for full enclosures, garage doors, walk-in doors, and windows.
| 40’ wide | 50’ wide | 60’ wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20’ long | $8,795 | $11,495 | $14,995 |
| 24’ long | $9,995 | $12,795 | $16,295 |
| 28’ long | $11,295 | $14,195 | $17,595 |
| 32’ long | $12,495 | $15,495 | $18,995 |
| 36’ long | $13,795 | $16,795 | 20,295 |
| 40’ long | $15,095 | $18,095 | $21,595 |
| 44’ long | $16,295 | $19,395 | $22,895 |
| 48’ long | $17,595 | $20,795 | $24,195 |
| 52’ long | $18,795 | $22,095 | $25,595 |
| 80’ long | $30,190 | $36,190 | $43,190 |
| 100’ long | — | $42,890 | $49,790 |
| 120’ long | — | — | $73,180 |
| 200’ long | — | — | $99,580 |
| 300’ long | — | — | $149,370 |
*Pricing estimates are based on the building requirements in AL, AR, GA, KY, KS, LA, MO, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WV. Metal building prices are subject to change without notice.
Metal Building Prices per Square Foot
The price per square foot is an easy way to compare the prices of different-sized buildings.
- Open-sided metal buildings cost between $8.20 and $12.50 per square foot, with an average of $9.52 per square foot.
- Fully enclosed metal buildings cost roughly twice as much.
Impact of Roof Style on Metal Building Prices
You can choose between three styles of roof for your metal building. The choice will affect the price. The difference is greater with carports than garages since the former are mostly made up of the roof:
| Roof Style | Metal Carports | Metal Garages |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical | More expensive | More expensive |
| Boxed Eave | 14% cheaper | 4% cheaper |
| Regular | 29% cheaper | 12% cheaper |
3 Different Styles of Metal Garages
Regular Roof Garage
The regular roof style has a bow that gives it a unique shape
- Barn-shaped
- Rounded design
- Most cost-effective option
Boxed Eave Roof Garage
This A-frame roof style has panels that run from front to back
- Similar aesthetic to vertical roofs
- Has horizontally aligned panels
Vertical Roof Garage
The vertical roof style is the strongest roof style available
- Vertical sheeting allows rain and snow to slide off easily
- Ideal for structures over 40 feet to prevent leaks
How Your Location Affects Your Metal Building Price
Your building’s location significantly influences its final price, primarily due to local building codes and specific environmental load requirements.
Areas facing heavy snow or high winds require stronger pre-engineered metal buildings than those with milder weather. This often means requiring:
- Thicker gauge steel.
- More extensive secondary framing (bracing, for example).
- Specific foundation anchoring.
- Official building certifications to meet safety standards.
For example, the state of Florida requires the use of thicker 26-gauge sheeting instead of the standard 29-gauge to withstand hurricane-force winds. Sheeting is one of the main parts of a metal building, so making it thicker strongly increases the price of a metal building.
Snow load ratings also impact price. Some states only require 35 psf snow load certification, while states with heavy snowfall, like Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and northern Indiana, require 50 psf certification, making metal buildings more expensive.
Whether you need a basic garage or complex custom metal buildings, understanding these local requirements is key to ensuring your structure is built correctly and getting an accurate price estimate.
Do Metal Garage Color Options Cost Extra?
No, your choice of color for the sides, roof, and trim is included in the price for all 2-car garages, single-car storage structures, and triple-wide, 3-bay metal garages.
Our Metal Garage Kits for Sale Are Usually Available in the Following Colors:
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Metal Building Uses
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Frequently Asked Questions About Metal Building Prices
The regular roof, characterized by its rounded, barn-like profile, is typically the most economical option, particularly for smaller garages and carports.
Local codes (especially snow load and wind requirements) significantly impact price. Stricter codes may necessitate a certified building with heavier gauge steel, increased secondary framing, or specific anchoring systems, all of which add to the material cost but ensure your building is safe and compliant.
We include delivery and installation in our metal building prices and provide them free of charge within our extensive 21-state service area.
Our prices include the building itself, delivery, and installation. The customer is responsible for providing a clear, level site and the foundation. The foundation can be a concrete slab, asphalt, or gravel.
Yes, pre-engineered metal buildings often cost less than similarly sized wooden buildings. Additionally, factoring in lower maintenance needs (no rotting, pests, or frequent repainting) and faster construction times, metal buildings generally offer a more cost-effective solution and a highly competitive price over the building’s lifespan.
Prices vary based on design and features. Our open-sided buildings currently average around $9.50 per square foot. Fully enclosed structures, large commercial metal buildings, or highly custom metal buildings will naturally cost more per square foot due to the increased materials and complexity.
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