Wood deck cost in Barnstable, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $8,050 – $16,100
- Per sq ft
- $26.50 – $53.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +6%
- US $11,400
- Rank of 300 metros
- #44
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a wood deck in the Barnstable area: $8,050 to $16,100 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 6% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $33.93 an hour in the Barnstable area, 17% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Barnstable, MA, standard level
$10,500 to $13,700
About $34.50 to $45.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,300 | $6,950 |
| Labor | $5,100 | $6,650 |
| Permits and fees | $80 | $120 |
| Total | $10,500 | $13,700 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Barnstable, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $6,100 | $8,150 | 51% |
| Labor | $3,900 | $5,900 | $7,850 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $100 | $150 | 1% |
| Total | $8,050 | $12,100 | $16,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Barnstable number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: carpenters at 80%, construction laborers at 20%. Weighted together, Barnstable wages are 1.19 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (44% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Barnstable is at 97.0 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $6,300 nationally becomes $6,100 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 98.4: $50 to $150.
The best months for wood deck in Barnstable
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Hyannis Barnstable Muni Ap (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 Barnstable are March through December: 10 of 12. Outside them, January and February have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January and February 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.
Barnstable gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, October and December (4.7 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and July are the driest, at 3.1 and 2.7 inches. The station averages about 2 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 | 40 | 24 | 3.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 25 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 30 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 55 | 39 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 65 | 48 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 58 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 65 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 46 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 37 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 29 | 4.7 | Workable |
Optional extras in Barnstable
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.08 for Barnstable, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.19) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add stairs (flat) | $1,500 – $2,800 |
Who does the work: Barnstable 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 Barnstable the blend is 1.19.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $33.93 an hour, 17% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $29.39 and $38.65 an hour. About 1,280 work in the metro. That is 136.0 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 $28.87 an hour, which is 27% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.38 and $34.67 an hour. BLS counts 750 of them working in the area, 79.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $640 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $620. That is a swing of roughly 5.1% to 5.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Barnstable Town has 94,110 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 212th 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% | $29.39 | $33.93 | $38.65 | $29.12 | 1.17 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $23.38 | $28.87 | $34.67 | $22.66 | 1.27 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.19 | |||||
Why two Barnstable quotes can differ
Wood species
Pressure-treated pine is the cheapest at $25-$50 per sq ft installed. Ipe runs $50-$70 and bamboo $27-$52 (HomeGuide).
Height and stairs
A second-story deck needs more structure. New stairs run $1,400-$2,600 installed.
Railing
A wood or vinyl railing adds $20-$60 per linear foot.
Cost by quality level and size in Barnstable
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Barnstable. 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
$8,050 to $11,300
Pressure-treated pine, low to the ground, simple rectangle
Standard
$10,500 to $13,700
Cedar or upgraded pine, stairs and a railing
Premium
$12,900 to $16,100
Hardwood decking, multi-level, built-in features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $3,250 – $4,550 | $4,250 – $5,550 | $5,200 – $6,550 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $3,900 – $5,450 | $5,050 – $6,650 | $6,250 – $7,800 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $8,550 – $12,000 | $11,200 – $14,600 | $13,700 – $17,200 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $10,700 – $15,000 | $13,900 – $18,200 | $17,200 – $21,500 |
What nearby projects cost in Barnstable
Jobs that often go together with wood deck are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Barnstable wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, paver patio comes out highest (+20%) and concrete patio lowest (+8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite deck | 300 sq ft | $13,300 – $26,600 | +10% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,300 – $4,350 | +8% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $3,600 – $6,550 | +20% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $31,400 – $63,100 | +9% |
Barnstable against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Barnstable. Manchester is the lowest at about $11,300 (midpoint, 300 sq ft), 115 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable, MAthis page | $8,050 – $16,100 | $12,100 | |
| Providence, RI60 miles | $7,650 – $15,400 | $11,500 | −5% |
| Boston, MA70 miles | $8,400 – $16,900 | $12,600 | +5% |
| Worcester, MA100 miles | $8,150 – $16,400 | $12,300 | +2% |
| Norwich, CT100 miles | $7,700 – $15,400 | $11,500 | −5% |
| Manchester, NH115 miles | $7,500 – $15,000 | $11,300 | −7% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $8,350 – $16,800 | $12,600 | +4% |
| United States | $7,550 – $15,200 | $11,400 | −6% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Barnstable ranks #44 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Barnstable is 4% below the Massachusetts figure.
Elsewhere in Massachusetts
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $8,400 – $16,900 | $12,600 | +5% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $8,150 – $16,400 | $12,300 | +2% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $8,300 – $16,600 | $12,500 | +3% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $7,850 – $15,800 | $11,800 | −2% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $7,600 – $15,200 | $11,400 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Barnstable against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $6,450 – $13,000 | $9,700 | −20% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $7,350 – $14,700 | $11,000 | −9% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,550 | −21% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $6,800 – $13,700 | $10,300 | −15% |
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Wood deck in Barnstable: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a wood deck in Barnstable?
For 300 sq ft, expect $8,050 to $16,100 in the Barnstable area. A standard-spec job lands at $10,500 to $13,700. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for wood deck in Barnstable?
About $26.50 to $53.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $50.
+Is wood deck cheaper in Barnstable or Providence?
Providence is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $11,500, which is 5% less than Barnstable ($12,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Barnstable?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $5,900 out of $12,100. Materials are 51% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 44%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Barnstable?
$8,550 to $17,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood deck need a permit in Barnstable?
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 Barnstable area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Barnstable expensive for wood deck compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Barnstable is 4% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($12,600 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Barnstable?
The BLS median is $33.93 an hour in the Barnstable area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $29.39 to $38.65.
+What do basic and premium wood deck work cost in Barnstable?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $8,050 to $11,300 and premium work $12,900 to $16,100. 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 Barnstable?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through December. June and July 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 Barnstable?
$1,500 to $2,800, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood deck near Barnstable
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