Free tool
Deck Cost Estimator
Planning a deck? Start with a realistic budget. Enter your deck's size and material to get an installed-cost range, then design the real thing to scale before you build.
192 sq ft · estimated installed cost
$5,760 – $11,520
A planning range including typical materials and labor. Footings, railings, and site prep vary — design it to scale to firm up the number.
Common questions
- How much does a deck cost?
- Installed cost typically runs $15–$70 per square foot depending on material and site conditions. A 16×12 composite deck lands in the mid five figures. Use the estimator above for your exact size.
- Is composite decking worth it?
- Composite costs more up front but needs far less maintenance than wood, so over a decade the total cost often evens out — with no sanding or staining.
- Does the estimate include railings and footings?
- It's a planning range for the deck surface plus typical labor. Railings, stairs, and difficult footings add cost, which is exactly why designing the deck to scale first pays off.
Take it from estimate to design.
Design the whole project to scale, in photoreal 3D, with ArchiMaster 3D.