Composite deck cost in Greenville, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $10,400 – $20,900
- Per sq ft
- $34.50 – $69
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $18,100
- Rank of 300 metros
- #253
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a composite deck in the Greenville area: $10,400 to $20,900 for 300 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 13% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $22.47 an hour in the Greenville area, 23% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Greenville, NC, standard level
$13,600 to $17,800
About $45 to $59 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 55% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,050 | $7,900 |
| Labor | $7,450 | $9,750 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $13,600 | $17,800 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Greenville, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,650 | $6,950 | $9,300 | 44% |
| Labor | $5,750 | $8,600 | $11,500 | 55% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $90 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $10,400 | $15,700 | $20,900 | 100% |
Why Greenville prices look the way they do
Labor is 55% 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 Greenville the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Greenville is at 96.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $7,200 nationally becomes $6,950 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 88.4: $45 to $130.
Composite deck: what moves the price in Greenville
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.
The best months for composite deck in Greenville
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Greenville (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Greenville are August through June: 11 of 12. Outside them, July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Greenville gets about 53 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 3 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (7.3 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 53 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53 | 33 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 57 | 35 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 64 | 41 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 50 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 59 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 67 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 71 | 5.9 | Hot |
| Aug | 88 | 70 | 6.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 64 | 7.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 52 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 41 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 56 | 35 | 3.5 | Workable |
Optional extras in Greenville
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Greenville, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a deck railing (approx. 0.3 ft per sq ft) | $1,600 – $4,750 |
Greenville: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Greenville. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 10x12 (120 sq ft) to 20x20 (400 sq ft).
Basic
$10,400 to $14,600
Entry-level composite boards, low deck, simple shape
Standard
$13,600 to $17,800
Mid-grade capped boards with railing and stairs
Premium
$16,700 to $20,900
Premium capped or PVC boards, multi-level, hidden fasteners
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $4,200 – $5,900 | $5,450 – $7,150 | $6,750 – $8,450 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $5,050 – $7,050 | $6,550 – $8,600 | $8,050 – $10,100 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $11,100 – $15,600 | $14,500 – $18,900 | $17,800 – $22,300 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $13,900 – $19,500 | $18,100 – $23,600 | $22,200 – $27,800 |
Planning more than one job in Greenville?
Jobs that often go together with composite deck are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Greenville wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, gutters comes out highest (−8%) and concrete patio lowest (−14%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,750 – $13,500 | −11% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,400 | −14% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,700 – $4,850 | −11% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −8% |
Greenville against nearby metros and the rest of North Carolina
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Durham is the priciest of the group at $16,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, NCthis page | $10,400 – $20,900 | $15,700 | |
| Raleigh, NC60 miles | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +5% |
| Fayetteville, NC100 miles | $10,500 – $21,000 | $15,700 | level |
| Wilmington, NC100 miles | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +5% |
| Durham, NC100 miles | $11,000 – $22,100 | $16,500 | +6% |
| Virginia Beach, VA100 miles | $10,800 – $21,600 | $16,200 | +3% |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $10,700 – $21,500 | $16,100 | +3% |
| United States | $12,100 – $24,200 | $18,100 | +16% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Greenville ranks #253 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Greenville is 3% below the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +5% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +5% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,000 | +2% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $11,000 – $22,100 | $16,500 | +6% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $10,700 – $21,500 | $16,100 | +3% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $10,900 – $21,900 | $16,400 | +5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Greenville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | 80,910 jobs | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,100 | +3% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 80,220 jobs | $11,800 – $23,600 | $17,700 | +13% |
| Johnson City, TN | 81,690 jobs | $10,500 – $21,000 | $15,700 | +1% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $11,300 – $22,600 | $17,000 | +8% |
Who does the work: Greenville trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 2 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Greenville the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $22.47 an hour, 23% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.46 and $27.01 an hour. About 180 work in the metro. That is 22.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 20%) the local median is $20.40 an hour, which is 10% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.36 and $23.08 an hour. BLS counts 450 of them working in the area, 55.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,350 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,200. That is a swing of roughly 7.6% to 8.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Greenville has 80,770 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 236th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $18.46 | $22.47 | $27.01 | $29.12 | 0.77 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $17.36 | $20.40 | $23.08 | $22.66 | 0.90 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
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Composite deck in Greenville: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a composite deck in Greenville?
For 300 sq ft, expect $10,400 to $20,900 in the Greenville area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,600 to $17,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for composite deck in Greenville?
About $34.50 to $69 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $40 to $80.
+Is composite deck cheaper in Greenville or Raleigh?
Raleigh is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $16,400, which is 5% more than Greenville ($15,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Greenville?
About 55% at the midpoint, or $8,600 out of $15,700. Materials are 44% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Greenville?
$11,100 to $22,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does composite deck need a permit in Greenville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $130 for fees in the Greenville area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Greenville expensive for composite deck compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Greenville is 3% below the North Carolina statewide estimate ($16,100 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Greenville?
The BLS median is $22.47 an hour in the Greenville area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.46 to $27.01.
+What do basic and premium composite deck work cost in Greenville?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $10,400 to $14,600 and premium work $16,700 to $20,900. 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 Greenville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through June. 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 Greenville?
$1,600 to $4,750 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Composite deck near Greenville
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