2026 Senior Living Construction Costs | Issue 2

The 2026 Senior Living Construction Costs Brief | Issue 2 was prepared for the American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA) by Amy Burk of The Weitz Company.

The U.S. construction industry continues through 2026 with cautious stability as strong infrastructure and data center investment help offset slower activity across traditional commercial sectors. This issue of the Senior Living Construction Costs Brief examines how labor shortages, tariff pressures, and evolving procurement challenges are shaping project timelines, escalation trends, and overall market conditions.

While contractor confidence remains steady, project pipelines are lengthening as owners and developers take a more measured approach to financing and preconstruction, even as continued investment in AI-driven infrastructure helps support overall market activity. Construction cost escalation is expected to moderate but remain elevated through 2026, with contractors maintaining a focus on early procurement, risk management, and flexible delivery strategies to navigate ongoing market pressures.

Download the full 2026 Senior Living Construction Costs Brief | Issue 2 below for additional insights and detailed information on the factors shaping today’s senior living construction market.

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