Composite deck cost in Yuma, AZ
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $10,500 – $21,100
- Per sq ft
- $35 – $70
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $18,100
- Rank of 300 metros
- #239
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a composite deck in Yuma, plan on $10,500 to $21,100 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $35 to $70 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 12% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $23.04 an hour in the Yuma area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Yuma, AZ, standard level
$13,700 to $18,000
About $45.50 to $59.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,000 | $7,850 |
| Labor | $7,650 | $10,000 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $110 |
| Total | $13,700 | $18,000 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Yuma, AZ
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,600 | $6,950 | $9,250 | 44% |
| Labor | $5,900 | $8,800 | $11,800 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $95 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $10,500 | $15,800 | $21,100 | 100% |
Why Yuma prices look the way they do
Labor is 56% of the midpoint bill here, against 60% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (80%), construction laborers (20%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Yuma the blended ratio comes out at 0.82.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Yuma metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $6,950, compared with $7,200 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.7) and land at $45 to $140.
Extras that change the Yuma total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Yuma by the average of the local wage index (0.82) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.89. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a deck railing (approx. 0.3 ft per sq ft) | $1,600 – $4,800 |
Cost by quality level and size in Yuma
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Yuma wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$10,500 to $14,800
Entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape
Standard
$13,700 to $18,000
Mid-grade capped boards with railing and stairs
Premium
$16,900 to $21,100
Premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $4,250 – $5,950 | $5,550 – $7,250 | $6,800 – $8,550 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $5,100 – $7,150 | $6,650 – $8,700 | $8,150 – $10,200 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $11,200 – $15,800 | $14,600 – $19,100 | $18,000 – $22,500 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $14,000 – $19,700 | $18,300 – $23,900 | $22,500 – $28,100 |
Yuma labor market for composite deck
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Yuma is 0.82 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $23.04 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.42 and $27.42 an hour. BLS counts 260 of them working in the area, 37.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 20% of the weighting: a median of $20.80 an hour, 8% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.60 and $22.84 an hour. About 570 work in the metro. That is 82.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($27.42 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,300. At the 25th percentile ($18.42) it shrinks by about $1,350. The total moves by 8.2% or 8.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 68,880 jobs in the Yuma area. That makes it the 262nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $18.42 | $23.04 | $27.42 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $17.60 | $20.80 | $22.84 | $22.66 | 0.92 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
How Yuma compares
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. San Diego is the priciest of the group at $20,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuma, AZthis page | $10,500 – $21,100 | $15,800 | |
| El Centro, CA85 miles | $13,800 – $27,700 | $20,700 | +31% |
| Phoenix, AZ110 miles | $11,800 – $23,600 | $17,700 | +12% |
| Tucson, AZ130 miles | $10,700 – $21,500 | $16,100 | +2% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ150 miles | $11,500 – $23,000 | $17,200 | +9% |
| San Diego, CA165 miles | $13,900 – $27,900 | $20,900 | +32% |
| Arizona (statewide) | $11,600 – $23,300 | $17,500 | +10% |
| United States | $12,100 – $24,200 | $18,100 | +14% |
Across 300 US metros, Yuma comes in at #239 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $25,200; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $13,500 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Yuma is 9% below the Arizona figure.
Other Arizona metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | 2,375,760 jobs | $11,800 – $23,600 | $17,700 | +12% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $10,700 – $21,500 | $16,100 | +2% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $11,500 – $23,000 | $17,200 | +9% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 jobs | $11,400 – $22,900 | $17,100 | +8% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $10,500 – $21,000 | $15,700 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Yuma's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Yuma against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wausau, WI | 69,530 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +3% |
| State College, PA | 68,840 jobs | $11,800 – $23,700 | $17,700 | +12% |
| Janesville, WI | 69,870 jobs | $13,400 – $26,900 | $20,200 | +27% |
| Traverse City, MI | 68,440 jobs | $11,700 – $23,400 | $17,500 | +11% |
Composite deck: what moves the price in Yuma
Engineering
Large or complex decks may need a structural engineer at $100-$220 an hour to get a permit.
Board grade
Composite materials run $16-$32 per sq ft and the installed price is $40-$80 per sq ft, including the substructure (HomeGuide).
Labor
Labor for composite is $24-$48 per sq ft, higher than wood because the boards need extra parts and more careful assembly.
Climate in Yuma: timing your composite deck job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Yuma Mcas (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
November through April is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Yuma (6 of 12 months). May, June, July, August, September and October have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Yuma gets about 3 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, September and December (0.7 inches in September). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 0.1 and 0.2 inches. The station averages about 181 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70 | 48 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 73 | 50 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 80 | 55 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 86 | 60 | 0.1 | Workable |
| May | 94 | 67 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Jun | 103 | 75 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 107 | 83 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 106 | 83 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Sep | 101 | 78 | 0.7 | Hot |
| Oct | 90 | 66 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Nov | 78 | 54 | 0.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 68 | 47 | 0.4 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Yuma
Because every project leans on different trades, Yuma's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, paver patio runs −6% and wood deck −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,650 | −9% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,100 | −6% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −8% |
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Composite deck in Yuma: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a composite deck in Yuma?
For 300 sq ft, expect $10,500 to $21,100 in the Yuma area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,700 to $18,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for composite deck in Yuma?
About $35 to $70 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $40 to $80.
+Is composite deck cheaper in Yuma or El Centro?
El Centro is 85 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $20,700, which is 31% more than Yuma ($15,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Yuma?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $8,800 out of $15,800. Materials are 44% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Yuma?
$11,200 to $22,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does composite deck need a permit in Yuma?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $140 for fees in the Yuma area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Yuma expensive for composite deck compared with the rest of Arizona?
Yuma is 9% below the Arizona statewide estimate ($17,500 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Arizona; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Yuma?
The BLS median is $23.04 an hour in the Yuma area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.42 to $27.42.
+What do basic and premium composite deck work cost in Yuma?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $10,500 to $14,800 and premium work $16,900 to $21,100. Basic means: entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape. Premium means: premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners.
+When is the best time to build a composite deck in Yuma?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are November through April. April and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add a deck railing" add in Yuma?
$1,600 to $4,800 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Composite deck near Yuma
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Composite Decking Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020