Composite deck cost in Georgia
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (300 sq ft)
- $10,700 – $21,400
- Per sq ft
- $35.50 – $71
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $18,100
- Metros covered
- 10
What does it cost to build a composite deck in Georgia? Plan on $10,700 to $21,400 for 300 sq ft. Wages (0.82x the US blend), materials (price index 98.9) and permit costs (96.3) put the state below the national midpoint by 11%.
Inside Georgia, the metros we cover range from $14,100 (Albany) to $17,200 (Augusta) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Georgia (statewide), standard level
$13,900 to $18,200
About $46 to $60 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 55% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,150 | $8,050 |
| Labor | $7,650 | $10,000 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $13,900 | $18,200 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Georgia
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,750 | $7,100 | $9,500 | 44% |
| Labor | $5,900 | $8,800 | $11,800 | 55% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $95 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $10,700 | $16,000 | $21,400 | 100% |
Quality levels and sizes in Georgia
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Georgia wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$10,700 to $15,000
Entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape
Standard
$13,900 to $18,200
Mid-grade capped boards with railing and stairs
Premium
$17,100 to $21,400
Premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $4,300 – $6,050 | $5,600 – $7,350 | $6,900 – $8,650 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $5,150 – $7,250 | $6,700 – $8,800 | $8,250 – $10,400 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $11,400 – $16,000 | $14,800 – $19,400 | $18,300 – $22,800 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $14,200 – $19,900 | $18,500 – $24,200 | $22,800 – $28,500 |
Wages behind the Georgia number
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 2 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 0.82 for Georgia.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $23.72 an hour, which is 19% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.29 and $28.00 an hour. BLS counts 9,190 of them working in the state, 18.8 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 $18.74 an hour, 17% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.93 and $22.57 an hour. About 27,800 work in the state. That is 56.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($28.00 an hour) would add about $1,250 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($20.29) would take off about $1,000. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 4,889,170 jobs across Georgia (May 2025), which is 3.1% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $20.29 | $23.72 | $28.00 | $29.12 | 0.81 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $16.93 | $18.74 | $22.57 | $22.66 | 0.83 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
Which Georgia city is cheapest for composite deck?
2 of the 10 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $16,000, and the top-to-bottom gap is 22%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (300 sq ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta, GA | $11,500 – $23,000 | $17,200 | +7% |
| Atlanta, GA | $11,000 – $22,000 | $16,500 | +3% |
| Warner Robins, GA | $10,300 – $20,700 | $15,500 | −3% |
| Gainesville, GA | $10,200 – $20,500 | $15,400 | −4% |
| Savannah, GA | $10,100 – $20,200 | $15,200 | −6% |
| Athens, GA | $10,100 – $20,200 | $15,100 | −6% |
| Columbus, GA | $10,100 – $20,100 | $15,100 | −6% |
| Macon, GA | $9,850 – $19,700 | $14,800 | −8% |
| Dalton, GA | $9,800 – $19,700 | $14,700 | −8% |
| Albany, GA | $9,400 – $18,900 | $14,100 | −12% |
If you are planning more than one job in Georgia
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Georgia wages and prices. Against national midpoints, gutters comes out highest (−6%) and concrete patio lowest (−10%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,900 – $13,800 | −9% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,550 | −10% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,700 – $4,950 | −9% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | −6% |
Composite deck: what moves the price in Georgia
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.
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.
Weather windows across Georgia
Season matters for composite deck. For each Georgia metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Gainesville has the longest comfortable season of the metros we cover in Georgia at 12 months; Albany has the shortest at 9 (September through May). Rainfall runs from 45 inches a year in Augusta to 55 inches in Dalton.
We do not adjust prices by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. Timing is still worth raising when you collect bids.
| Metro | Jan avg low °F | Jul avg high °F | Precip (in/yr) | Comfortable months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 34 | 90 | 48 | 11: August through June |
| Augusta | 40 | 94 | 45 | 9: September through May |
| Savannah | 40 | 92 | 48 | 9: September through May |
| Columbus | 38 | 93 | 49 | 9: September through May |
| Gainesville | 34 | 88 | 52 | 12: all year |
| Athens | 34 | 92 | 49 | 10: September through June |
| Macon | 36 | 94 | 47 | 9: September through May |
| Warner Robins | 36 | 91 | 52 | 10: September through June |
| Dalton | 32 | 91 | 55 | 10: September through June |
| Albany | 39 | 93 | 47 | 9: September through May |
Optional extras in Georgia
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Georgia by the average of the local wage index (0.82) and goods index (0.99), a factor of 0.90. 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 |
How Georgia compares with nearby states
Georgia ranks 43 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for composite deck, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $23,800 and the cheapest Oklahoma at $15,300, both for 300 sq ft at the midpoint. Georgia sits at $16,000. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 170 miles away | $10,400 – $20,800 | $15,600 | −3% |
| South Carolina | 180 miles away | $10,800 – $21,700 | $16,200 | +1% |
| Tennessee | 210 miles away | $10,900 – $21,800 | $16,300 | +2% |
| North Carolina | 270 miles away | $10,700 – $21,500 | $16,100 | level |
| Kentucky | 320 miles away | $11,100 – $22,200 | $16,600 | +4% |
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Composite deck in Georgia: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a composite deck in Georgia?
$10,700 to $21,400 for 300 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Georgia can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Georgia is cheapest for composite deck?
Albany at about $14,100 (midpoint, 300 sq ft). The priciest is Augusta at $17,200.
+Is composite deck cheaper in Georgia than the US average?
It is 11% cheaper: $16,000 against $18,100 for 300 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Georgia?
About 55% ($8,800). Materials are 44%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.82x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Georgia?
The BLS statewide median is $23.72 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.29 to $28.00.
+Where does Georgia rank for composite deck costs?
43rd most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $16,000 for 300 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium composite deck work cost in Georgia?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $10,700 to $15,000 and premium work $17,100 to $21,400. Basic means: entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape. Premium means: premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners.
+Does the season matter for composite deck in Georgia?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Georgia metros we cover, Gainesville has the most comfortable months (12 of 12) based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Our prices do not change by month, so ask contractors whether they charge more or less in busy and slow seasons.
+What does "add a deck railing" add in Georgia?
$1,650 to $4,900 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the statewide wage and goods indexes.
Composite deck by city in Georgia
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