Composite deck cost in Jacksonville, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $10,800 – $21,700
- Per sq ft
- $36 – $71.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $18,100
- Rank of 300 metros
- #197
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a composite deck in Jacksonville, plan on $10,800 to $21,700 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $36 to $71.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 10% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $24.30 an hour in the Jacksonville area, 17% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Jacksonville, FL, standard level
$14,100 to $18,400
About $46.50 to $61 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,000 | $7,850 |
| Labor | $8,000 | $10,400 |
| Permits and fees | $80 | $120 |
| Total | $14,100 | $18,400 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Jacksonville, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,600 | $6,950 | $9,250 | 43% |
| Labor | $6,150 | $9,200 | $12,300 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $100 | $150 | 1% |
| Total | $10,800 | $16,200 | $21,700 | 100% |
Where the Jacksonville price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 80% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $24.30 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Jacksonville is 0.85 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 57% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Jacksonville 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 (99.5) and land at $50 to $150.
How Jacksonville compares
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Jacksonville is the priciest of the group. Savannah is the cheapest at $15,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, FLthis page | $10,800 – $21,700 | $16,200 | |
| Ocala, FL75 miles | $10,300 – $20,600 | $15,400 | −5% |
| Gainesville, FL75 miles | $10,500 – $21,100 | $15,800 | −3% |
| Deltona, FL80 miles | $10,400 – $20,900 | $15,700 | −3% |
| Orlando, FL125 miles | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,000 | −1% |
| Savannah, GA135 miles | $10,100 – $20,200 | $15,200 | −7% |
| Florida (statewide) | $10,800 – $21,700 | $16,300 | level |
| United States | $12,100 – $24,200 | $18,100 | +12% |
Across 300 US metros, Jacksonville comes in at #197 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $25,200; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $13,500 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Jacksonville is 0% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $11,300 – $22,700 | $17,000 | +5% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +1% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,000 | −1% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $11,000 – $22,100 | $16,500 | +2% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,000 | −1% |
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $10,200 – $20,500 | $15,400 | −5% |
Cities with a workforce like Jacksonville's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jacksonville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $12,400 – $24,800 | $18,600 | +15% |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $10,800 – $21,600 | $16,200 | level |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 826,210 jobs | $11,800 – $23,700 | $17,800 | +9% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +1% |
Climate in Jacksonville: timing your composite deck job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Jacksonville Nas (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Jacksonville (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Jacksonville gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, August and September (7.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.3 and 2.0 inches. The station averages about 97 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 | 66 | 47 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 69 | 50 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 74 | 55 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Apr | 81 | 61 | 2.4 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 69 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 74 | 7.3 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 76 | 6.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 76 | 6.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 74 | 6.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 82 | 66 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 73 | 56 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 68 | 50 | 2.5 | Workable |
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville is 0.85 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $24.30 an hour, which is 17% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.87 and $29.08 an hour. BLS counts 2,500 of them working in the area, 32.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 20% of the weighting: a median of $20.90 an hour, 8% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.68 and $23.16 an hour. About 7,150 work in the metro. That is 93.4 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 ($29.08 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,400. At the 25th percentile ($21.87) it shrinks by about $720. The total moves by 8.7% or 4.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 765,930 jobs in the Jacksonville area. That makes it the 39th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.49% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $21.87 | $24.30 | $29.08 | $29.12 | 0.83 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $17.68 | $20.90 | $23.16 | $22.66 | 0.92 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Jacksonville?
Because every project leans on different trades, Jacksonville's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, paver patio runs −5% and wood deck −9%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,900 – $13,900 | −9% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,650 | −8% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,150 | −5% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −8% |
Add-ons priced for Jacksonville
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Jacksonville by the average of the local wage index (0.85) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.91. 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) | $1,650 – $4,900 |
Jacksonville: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Jacksonville 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
$10,800 to $15,100
Entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape
Standard
$14,100 to $18,400
Mid-grade capped boards with railing and stairs
Premium
$17,300 to $21,700
Premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $4,350 – $6,100 | $5,650 – $7,450 | $7,000 – $8,750 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $5,200 – $7,300 | $6,800 – $8,900 | $8,350 – $10,500 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $11,500 – $16,100 | $15,000 – $19,600 | $18,500 – $23,100 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $14,400 – $20,200 | $18,700 – $24,500 | $23,100 – $28,800 |
Why two Jacksonville quotes can differ
Drainage
Ground-level decks over poorly draining yards may need $1,000-$4,000 of drainage work first.
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).
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Composite deck in Jacksonville: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a composite deck in Jacksonville?
For 300 sq ft, expect $10,800 to $21,700 in the Jacksonville area. A standard-spec job lands at $14,100 to $18,400. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for composite deck in Jacksonville?
About $36 to $71.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $40 to $80.
+Is composite deck cheaper in Jacksonville or Ocala?
Ocala is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $15,400, which is 5% less than Jacksonville ($16,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jacksonville?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $9,200 out of $16,200. Materials are 43% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Jacksonville?
$11,500 to $23,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does composite deck need a permit in Jacksonville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $150 for fees in the Jacksonville area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jacksonville expensive for composite deck compared with the rest of Florida?
Jacksonville is 0% below the Florida statewide estimate ($16,300 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Jacksonville?
The BLS median is $24.30 an hour in the Jacksonville area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.87 to $29.08.
+What do basic and premium composite deck work cost in Jacksonville?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $10,800 to $15,100 and premium work $17,300 to $21,700. 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 Jacksonville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February 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 Jacksonville?
$1,650 to $4,900 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Composite deck near Jacksonville
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