Base planning
Rust Build Cost Calculator
Turn a mixed-grade base plan into a clean material list, then reuse the same profile for upkeep.
Patch 2026.07 · Updated 2026-07-11
Shared base profile
Building blocks
Building counts use full building-block equivalents for build cost and upkeep.
Defense route
Required walls and doors
Count only the layers an attacker must break on the route you want to measure. Raid tools can import this list.
Material list
Main base build cost
- Stones
- 4,800
- Metal fragments
- 800
Planning guide
Count the shell before you farm
Use a simple grade-by-grade pass to avoid missing the roof, foundations, or an armored core.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
What does this build estimate include?
It covers full building-block equivalents by grade. Doors, deployables, and repairs are separate.
Can the same base be used for upkeep?
Yes. Save the profile here and the upkeep calculator reads the same browser data.