Build Cost Per Square Foot Calculator

Last updated: 05 Jul 2025 | Author: Brij | Review By: Irshad

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Use our Build Cost Per Square Foot Calculator to find the cost of construction per square foot and per square meter. Enter total cost and area to get accurate estimates.

Total Construction Cost:

$ USD

Total Area:

Cost Calculation Results

Cost Per Square Foot:

$ /sq ft

Cost Per Square Meter:

$ /sq m

Knowing the cost per square foot (or per square meter) of your construction project is one of the most important metrics when planning or budgeting for residential or commercial buildings. With this simple calculator, you can quickly estimate the cost per unit area based on your total construction cost and total built-up area.

Formulas Used

1. Cost Per Square Foot Formula

$\text{Cost per sq ft} = \frac{\text{Total Construction Cost}}{\text{Total Area in sq ft}}$

2. Cost Per Square Meter Formula

Since:

2. Cost Per Square Meter Formula

Since:

$1 \, \text{sq meter} = 10.7639 \, \text{sq feet}$

You can convert:

$\text{Cost per sq meter} = \text{Cost per sq ft} \times 10.7639$

Example Calculation

Let’s say:

Total Construction Cost = ₹15,00,000
Total Area = 1500 sq ft

Step 1: Cost per Square Foot

$\text{Cost per sq ft} = \frac{1500000}{1500} = ₹1000$

Step 2: Cost per Square Meter

$\text{Cost per sq meter} = 1000 \times 10.7639 = ₹10,763.90$

Why Use This Calculator?

Helps in comparing construction rates
Useful for budgeting and project planning
Works for both square foot and square meter systems
Ideal for builders, homeowners, and architects

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