Texas · 2026 cost guide
How much does a deck cost in Texas?
In Texas, a deck costs about $4,600–$18,000 in 2026 for a 320 sq ft deck, from pressure-treated to composite — roughly $14.25–$57 per square foot. That’s about 5% below the U.S. average.
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Texas cost breakdown
| Typical total (a 320 sq ft deck) | $4,600–$18,000 |
| Per square foot | $14.25–$57 |
| Metro areas (Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio) | up to ~$19,500 |
| Versus U.S. average | about 5% below average |
What’s different about Texas
Texas spans hail-prone northern plains, a hurricane-exposed Gulf coast, and arid western heat, so cost drivers vary sharply by region.
- Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
- Wind-uplift detailing and stronger connectors are common near the coast.
- Heat-tolerant decking resists warping in high-sun climates.
Expect quotes toward the higher end in Texas’s larger metros — Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio — where labor and permit costs run above the state average, and lower in rural areas.
How the cost is built
Deck cost depends on size, decking material (pressure-treated pine is cheapest; composite and PVC are mid-range; tropical hardwood is premium), and structural extras like railings, stairs, and elevated footings. Permits and ledger flashing add cost on attached decks.
Resale value
A wood deck recoups about 50–83% of its cost at resale — more than a composite deck — according to the annual Remodeling Cost vs. Value report.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deck cost in Texas?
In Texas, a deck costs about $4,600 to $18,000 in 2026 for a 320 sq ft deck, from pressure-treated to composite — roughly 14.25–57 per square foot. That's about 5% below the national average, reflecting local labor and material costs.
What affects the cost of a deck in Texas?
Texas spans hail-prone northern plains, a hurricane-exposed Gulf coast, and arid western heat, so cost drivers vary sharply by region. Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
How can I get an accurate deck building estimate for my home?
Use the free Deck Cost Calculator to plug in your real measurements and materials, then collect two or three local quotes to compare. Within Texas, prices run higher in metros like Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio and lower in rural areas.
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The Texas figure is the national installed-cost range scaled by a Texas regional cost index (its construction costs run about 5% below the U.S. average), then adjusted for the local climate and code factors above. It’s a 2026 planning estimate, not a quote — get local bids before budgeting.
- Smart Cost Hub methodology — how our cost ranges and indices are built
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Producer Price Index (construction materials)
- Deck Quotes Near Me — local Texas contractor quote data