How much does it cost to build a 6x8 shed?
About $2,713 to $2,994 in materials for a 6x8 shed (48 square feet, also written 8x6), or $56.53 to $62.38 per square foot. The figures are our plans engine's priced materials list for this exact size, framing to roofing.
6x8 lean-to shed: $2,713 to $2,994
| Siding and roofing | Materials | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| LP SmartSide siding, asphalt shingles | $2,713 | $56.53 |
| LP SmartSide siding, metal roof | $2,766 | $57.63 |
| T1-11 siding, asphalt shingles | $2,885 | $60.11 |
| T1-11 siding, metal roof | $2,938 | $61.22 |
| Board and batten siding, asphalt shingles | $2,941 | $61.28 |
| Board and batten siding, metal roof | $2,994 | $62.38 |
Where the money goes (LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles)
| Part | Cost | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Plywood, OSB and siding panels | $882 | 33% |
| Framing lumber | $581 | 21% |
| Trim and finishing | $339 | 12% |
| Nails, screws and fasteners | $291 | 11% |
| Roofing | $266 | 10% |
| Door and window parts | $167 | 6% |
| Foundation (skids, blocks, gravel) | $141 | 5% |
| Hardware | $47 | 2% |
Optional extras the plan lists but leaves out of the total come to about $22 more.
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What isn't in the price
Not included: sales tax, delivery, paint or stain, a permit if your town needs one, tools, and labor if you hire a builder. Prices are typical US big-box shelf prices for 2025-26 and move up or down by about a third with region and season, so check your local store before you buy.
Similar sizes
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Questions
How much does it cost to build a 6x8 shed?
About $2,713 to $2,994 in materials at typical US big-box prices, depending on the roof style, siding and roofing you choose: $56.53 to $62.38 per square foot of floor. Tax, delivery, paint and labor are extra.
What makes a 6x8 shed cost more?
Siding and roofing move the price most. For the lean-to version, LP SmartSide siding and asphalt shingles is cheapest and board and batten siding and a metal roof costs $281 more.
Is an 8x6 shed the same price?
Yes: an 8x6 shed has the same 48 square feet, and the materials are the same whichever way round you write it.
The plans are a guide: check local codes, and your building department, before you build.