Wood deck cost in Midland, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $7,200 – $14,400
- Per sq ft
- $24 – $47.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $11,400
- Rank of 300 metros
- #155
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a wood deck in Midland, plan on $7,200 to $14,400 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $24 to $47.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 5% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.8).
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Midland, TX, standard level
$9,350 to $12,300
About $31 to $40.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,100 | $6,700 |
| Labor | $4,150 | $5,450 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $110 |
| Total | $9,350 | $12,300 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Midland, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,950 | $5,900 | $7,900 | 55% |
| Labor | $3,200 | $4,800 | $6,400 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $95 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $7,200 | $10,800 | $14,400 | 100% |
Where the Midland 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 $29.24 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Midland is 0.97 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 44% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Midland metro is 93.8 (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 (95.8) and land at $50 to $140.
Midland 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 Midland is 0.97 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $29.24 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.60 and $34.63 an hour. BLS counts 170 of them working in the area, 13.9 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 $18.99 an hour, 16% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $22.28 an hour. About 1,970 work in the metro. That is 161.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($34.63 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $730. At the 25th percentile ($24.60) it shrinks by about $630. The total moves by 6.8% or 5.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 122,180 jobs in the Midland area. That makes it the 177th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $24.60 | $29.24 | $34.63 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $17.56 | $18.99 | $22.28 | $22.66 | 0.84 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Extras that change the Midland total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Midland by the average of the local wage index (0.97) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.95. 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) | $1,350 – $2,500 |
Cost by quality level and size in Midland
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Midland 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
$7,200 to $10,100
Pressure-treated pine, low to the ground, simple rectangle
Standard
$9,350 to $12,300
Cedar or upgraded pine, stairs and a railing
Premium
$11,500 to $14,400
Hardwood decking, multi-level, built-in features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x12 (120 sq ft) | $2,900 – $4,100 | $3,800 – $4,950 | $4,700 – $5,850 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $3,500 – $4,900 | $4,550 – $5,950 | $5,600 – $7,000 |
| 16x20 (320 sq ft) | $7,650 – $10,800 | $10,000 – $13,100 | $12,300 – $15,400 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $9,550 – $13,400 | $12,500 – $16,300 | $15,300 – $19,200 |
Related projects, priced for Midland
Because every project leans on different trades, Midland's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, composite deck runs −4% and concrete patio −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite deck | 300 sq ft | $11,500 – $23,100 | −4% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,700 – $4,950 | −9% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $26,900 – $54,000 | −7% |
Climate in Midland: timing your wood deck job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Midland Odessa (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Midland (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Midland gets about 14 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 4 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (1.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 0.6 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 115 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 | 59 | 33 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 64 | 37 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 81 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| May | 89 | 62 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 95 | 70 | 1.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 96 | 73 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 72 | 1.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 54 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 34 | 0.6 | Workable |
How Midland compares
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Midland. El Paso is the lowest at about $9,500 (midpoint, 300 sq ft), 210 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TXthis page | $7,200 – $14,400 | $10,800 | |
| Odessa, TX35 miles | $6,800 – $13,600 | $10,200 | −5% |
| Lubbock, TX95 miles | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,600 | −11% |
| Abilene, TX135 miles | $6,400 – $12,800 | $9,600 | −11% |
| El Paso, TX210 miles | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,500 | −12% |
| Amarillo, TX220 miles | $6,600 – $13,200 | $9,900 | −8% |
| Texas (statewide) | $6,850 – $13,800 | $10,300 | −4% |
| United States | $7,550 – $15,200 | $11,400 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Midland comes in at #155 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $14,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $9,050 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Midland is 5% above the Texas figure.
Other Texas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $7,100 – $14,300 | $10,700 | −1% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $7,000 – $14,100 | $10,600 | −2% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $6,800 – $13,600 | $10,200 | −5% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $6,650 – $13,400 | $10,000 | −7% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $6,350 – $12,700 | $9,500 | −12% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $6,250 – $12,600 | $9,450 | −13% |
Cities with a workforce like Midland's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Midland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $7,650 – $15,400 | $11,500 | +6% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $8,700 – $17,400 | $13,000 | +21% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $6,600 – $13,200 | $9,900 | −8% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 121,790 jobs | $7,350 – $14,800 | $11,100 | +2% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Midland bid
Railing
A wood or vinyl railing adds $20-$60 per linear foot.
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.
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Wood deck in Midland: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a wood deck in Midland?
For 300 sq ft, expect $7,200 to $14,400 in the Midland area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,350 to $12,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for wood deck in Midland?
About $24 to $47.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $50.
+Is wood deck cheaper in Midland or Odessa?
Odessa is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $10,200, which is 5% less than Midland ($10,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Midland?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $4,800 out of $10,800. Materials are 55% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 44%.
+What would 16x20 (320 sq ft) cost in Midland?
$7,650 to $15,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood deck need a permit in Midland?
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 Midland area (our national range of $50 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Midland expensive for wood deck compared with the rest of Texas?
Midland is 5% above the Texas statewide estimate ($10,300 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Midland?
The BLS median is $29.24 an hour in the Midland area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.60 to $34.63.
+What do basic and premium wood deck work cost in Midland?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $7,200 to $10,100 and premium work $11,500 to $14,400. 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 Midland?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and December 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 Midland?
$1,350 to $2,500, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood deck near Midland
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