Wood deck cost in Shreveport, LA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $6,550 – $13,200
- Per sq ft
- $21.50 – $43.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $11,400
- Rank of 300 metros
- #281
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a wood deck in Shreveport, plan on $6,550 to $13,200 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $21.50 to $43.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 13% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $22.56 an hour in the Shreveport area, 23% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Shreveport, LA, standard level
$8,550 to $11,200
About $28 to $37 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,100 | $6,700 |
| Labor | $3,350 | $4,400 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $100 |
| Total | $8,550 | $11,200 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Shreveport, LA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,950 | $5,900 | $7,850 | 60% |
| Labor | $2,600 | $3,900 | $5,150 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $85 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $6,550 | $9,850 | $13,200 | 100% |
Where the Shreveport 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 $22.56 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Shreveport is 0.78 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 39% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Shreveport metro is 93.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $5,900, compared with $6,300 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (84.8) and land at $40 to $130.
Wood deck: what moves the price in Shreveport
Replacement versus new
Deck replacement costs $30-$55 per sq ft because of demolition and haul-away.
Permit
Deck permits average $50-$150. Many cities skip the permit for small, low, freestanding decks.
Wood species
Pressure-treated pine is the cheapest at $25-$50 per sq ft installed. Ipe runs $50-$70 and bamboo $27-$52 (HomeGuide).
Climate in Shreveport: timing your wood deck job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Shreveport (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
October through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Shreveport (8 of 12 months). June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Shreveport gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.2 inches in April). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 4.3 and 4.0 inches. The station averages about 99 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 | 58 | 37 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 63 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 48 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 64 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 71 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 74 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 73 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Oct | 79 | 55 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 39 | 4.9 | Workable |
How Shreveport compares
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Shreveport. Texarkana is the lowest at about $9,550 (midpoint, 300 sq ft), 75 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport, LAthis page | $6,550 – $13,200 | $9,850 | |
| Longview, TX55 miles | $6,500 – $13,100 | $9,800 | −1% |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,550 | −3% |
| Tyler, TX90 miles | $6,450 – $12,900 | $9,700 | −2% |
| Monroe, LA100 miles | $6,600 – $13,200 | $9,900 | level |
| Alexandria, LA105 miles | $6,550 – $13,100 | $9,800 | level |
| Louisiana (statewide) | $6,700 – $13,400 | $10,100 | +2% |
| United States | $7,550 – $15,200 | $11,400 | +15% |
Across 300 US metros, Shreveport comes in at #281 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $14,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $9,050 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Shreveport is 2% below the Louisiana figure.
Other Louisiana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $6,700 – $13,500 | $10,100 | +2% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $6,950 – $13,900 | $10,400 | +6% |
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $6,600 – $13,200 | $9,900 | level |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $6,600 – $13,300 | $9,950 | +1% |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $6,600 – $13,300 | $9,950 | +1% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $6,600 – $13,200 | $9,900 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Shreveport's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Shreveport against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $7,200 – $14,400 | $10,800 | +10% |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $7,650 – $15,300 | $11,500 | +17% |
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $7,150 – $14,300 | $10,700 | +9% |
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $7,150 – $14,300 | $10,700 | +9% |
Add-ons priced for Shreveport
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Shreveport by the average of the local wage index (0.78) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.86. 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 stairs (flat) | $1,200 – $2,250 |
What nearby projects cost in Shreveport
Because every project leans on different trades, Shreveport's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, paver patio runs −11% and composite deck −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite deck | 300 sq ft | $10,200 – $20,400 | −16% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,450 | −13% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,700 – $4,850 | −11% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,500 – $51,100 | −12% |
Shreveport labor market for wood 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 Shreveport is 0.78 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $22.56 an hour, which is 23% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.97 and $28.14 an hour. BLS counts 480 of them working in the area, 29.5 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 $18.50 an hour, 18% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.43 and $22.95 an hour. About 1,170 work in the metro. That is 71.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.14 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $760. At the 25th percentile ($18.97) it shrinks by about $490. The total moves by 7.7% or 4.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 162,750 jobs in the Shreveport-Bossier City area. That makes it the 146th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $18.97 | $22.56 | $28.14 | $29.12 | 0.77 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $16.43 | $18.50 | $22.95 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Shreveport: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Shreveport 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
$6,550 to $9,200
Pressure-treated pine, low to the ground, simple rectangle
Standard
$8,550 to $11,200
Cedar or upgraded pine, stairs and a railing
Premium
$10,500 to $13,200
Hardwood decking, multi-level, built-in features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $2,650 – $3,750 | $3,450 – $4,550 | $4,250 – $5,350 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $3,150 – $4,450 | $4,150 – $5,400 | $5,100 – $6,400 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $7,000 – $9,800 | $9,100 – $11,900 | $11,200 – $14,000 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $8,750 – $12,200 | $11,400 – $14,900 | $14,000 – $17,500 |
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Wood deck in Shreveport: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a wood deck in Shreveport?
For 300 sq ft, expect $6,550 to $13,200 in the Shreveport area. A standard-spec job lands at $8,550 to $11,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for wood deck in Shreveport?
About $21.50 to $43.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $50.
+Is wood deck cheaper in Shreveport or Longview?
Longview is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $9,800, which is 1% less than Shreveport ($9,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Shreveport?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $3,900 out of $9,850. Materials are 60% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 44%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Shreveport?
$7,000 to $14,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood deck need a permit in Shreveport?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $130 for fees in the Shreveport area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Shreveport expensive for wood deck compared with the rest of Louisiana?
Shreveport is 2% below the Louisiana statewide estimate ($10,100 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Louisiana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Shreveport?
The BLS median is $22.56 an hour in the Shreveport area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.97 to $28.14.
+What do basic and premium wood deck work cost in Shreveport?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $6,550 to $9,200 and premium work $10,500 to $13,200. Basic means: pressure-treated pine, low to the ground, simple rectangle. Premium means: hardwood decking, multi-level, built-in features.
+When is the best time to build a wood deck in Shreveport?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October 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 stairs" add in Shreveport?
$1,200 to $2,250, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood deck near Shreveport
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 It Cost to Build a Deck? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Composite Decking Cost? (2026) (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