Composite deck cost in Logan, UT
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
- #196
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a composite deck in the Logan area: $10,800 to $21,700 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 10% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $23.86 an hour in the Logan area, 18% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Logan, UT, 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 | $7,950 | $10,400 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $14,100 | $18,400 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Logan, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,650 | $6,950 | $9,250 | 43% |
| Labor | $6,150 | $9,200 | $12,300 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $95 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $10,800 | $16,200 | $21,700 | 100% |
Where the Logan 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 $23.86 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Logan is 0.85 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 57% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Logan is at 96.4 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 95.9: $50 to $140.
Logan against nearby metros and the rest of Utah
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Salt Lake City is the priciest of the group at $17,800. Ogden is the cheapest at $16,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logan, UTthis page | $10,800 – $21,700 | $16,200 | |
| Ogden, UT55 miles | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,100 | −1% |
| Salt Lake City, UT110 miles | $11,800 – $23,700 | $17,800 | +9% |
| Idaho Falls, ID125 miles | $11,000 – $22,100 | $16,600 | +2% |
| Provo, UT145 miles | $11,200 – $22,400 | $16,800 | +3% |
| Boise, ID235 miles | $11,000 – $22,000 | $16,500 | +1% |
| Utah (statewide) | $11,100 – $22,200 | $16,600 | +3% |
| United States | $12,100 – $24,200 | $18,100 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Logan ranks #196 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Logan is 2% below the Utah figure.
Elsewhere in Utah
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 826,210 jobs | $11,800 – $23,700 | $17,800 | +9% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $11,200 – $22,400 | $16,800 | +3% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $10,700 – $21,400 | $16,100 | −1% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $10,500 – $21,100 | $15,800 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Logan against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missoula, MT | 67,070 jobs | $11,600 – $23,300 | $17,500 | +7% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 jobs | $11,400 – $22,900 | $17,100 | +6% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $11,800 – $23,600 | $17,700 | +9% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $12,800 – $25,700 | $19,300 | +19% |
Composite deck: what moves the price in Logan
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).
What nearby projects cost in Logan
Jobs that often go together with composite deck are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Logan wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, paver patio comes out highest (−3%) and wood deck lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,900 – $13,900 | −9% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,700 | −7% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,300 | −3% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | −4% |
Who does the work: Logan 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 Logan the blend is 0.85.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $23.86 an hour, 18% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.08 and $29.12 an hour. About 490 work in the metro. That is 73.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 20%) the local median is $22.19 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.88 and $26.60 an hour. BLS counts 650 of them working in the area, 97.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,550 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,400. That is a swing of roughly 8.7% to 9.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Logan has 66,800 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 271st 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% | $19.08 | $23.86 | $29.12 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $18.88 | $22.19 | $26.60 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Logan
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.91 for Logan, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.85) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a deck railing (approx. 0.3 ft per sq ft) | $1,650 – $4,900 |
Cost by quality level and size in Logan
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Logan. 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
$10,800 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 – $16,200 | $15,000 – $19,600 | $18,500 – $23,100 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $14,400 – $20,200 | $18,700 – $24,500 | $23,100 – $28,800 |
The best months for composite deck in Logan
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Logan Radio Kvnu (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Logan are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February and December the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Logan gets about 17 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 44 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and May (2.0 inches in May). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.5 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 35 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 | 32 | 14 | 1.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 17 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 50 | 27 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 59 | 34 | 1.9 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 42 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 48 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 89 | 55 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 88 | 53 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 44 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 33 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 24 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 34 | 16 | 1.4 | Cold |
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Composite deck in Logan: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a composite deck in Logan?
For 300 sq ft, expect $10,800 to $21,700 in the Logan 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 Logan?
About $36 to $71.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $40 to $80.
+Is composite deck cheaper in Logan or Ogden?
Ogden is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $16,100, which is 1% less than Logan ($16,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Logan?
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 Logan?
$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 Logan?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $140 for fees in the Logan area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Logan expensive for composite deck compared with the rest of Utah?
Logan is 2% below the Utah statewide estimate ($16,600 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Logan?
The BLS median is $23.86 an hour in the Logan area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.08 to $29.12.
+What do basic and premium composite deck work cost in Logan?
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 Logan?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. July and August 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 Logan?
$1,650 to $4,900 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Composite deck near Logan
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