How much does an earthship cost?

Earthship construction, (using rammed earth in old tyres), is very labour intensive, so much of the expense depends on the cost of labour. You can reduce the cost by doing some of this yourself, but it is best to have an experienced person oversee the work. Don't forget to factor in the cost of you not earning while you are doing the building.

If the type of soil on site is not suitable, bringing in other material will add significantly to the cost and make it less sustainable.

The size of the building is a significant determinant of cost as well.

Any work involving moving earth can be very time or cost expensive.