Cost to Build a 300 Sq Ft Deck

Estimated deck cost for 300 sq ft by material.

A 300 sq ft pressure-treated wood deck costs about $4,500 – $7,500 installed (avg $6,000).
MaterialEstimated cost (installed)
Pressure-treated wood $4,500 – $7,500
Cedar $6,000 – $12,000
Composite $9,000 – $18,000
Redwood $9,000 – $15,000

US national-average installed estimates. Height, railings, stairs and footings add to the price. Get local quotes.

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Last reviewed: November 2026

Data sources: Standard volume and area formulas.

Disclaimer: Quantities are estimates from the area you entered; measure your actual space and add a waste allowance. Material and labor costs vary by region.

Frequently Asked Questions

In pressure-treated wood, about $4,500 to $7,500 for pressure-treated wood. Composite costs more up front but lasts longer — see the table.

Composite costs more initially but needs little maintenance and lasts longer, which can make it cheaper over the deck's lifetime.