In Georgia, a standard 300 sqft deck runs roughly $18,381–$26,886 depending on material. Labor runs -12% below the national average, and permits typically cost about $200.
Cost by material — 300 sqft deck in Georgia
Standard 12×25 deck, 3–5 ft off ground, composite balusters, one stair run. Includes framing, footings, railing, stairs, permit, and 8% contingency.
Pressure-Treated Pine
15–20 yrs · Stain every 2–3 yrs
$61/sqft
$18,381
Cedar / Redwood
20–25 yrs · Seal every 2–3 yrs
$69/sqft
$20,560
Composite (Trex, TimberTech)
25–30 yrs · Rinse yearly
$81/sqft
$24,152
PVC / Cellular
30+ yrs · Rinse yearly
$90/sqft
$26,886
Ipe / Cumaru Hardwood
40+ yrs · Oil annually (optional)
$96/sqft
$28,785
What drives cost in Georgia
Labor (88% of national avg). Labor is below national averages, keeping full builds affordable.
Permits (~$200). Most Georgia municipalities require a building permit for any deck over 30 inches. Inspections typically happen at the footing and final stages.
Materials. Pressure-treated pine is the cheapest per sqft; composite (Trex, TimberTech) is 2–3× more but almost maintenance-free. Most Georgia homeowners picking a mid-tier build land on composite.
Georgia deck cost — FAQ
How much does a deck cost in Georgia?+
In Georgia, a standard 300 sqft deck runs about $18,381 for pressure-treated pine to $28,785 for ipe hardwood. Most homeowners picking mid-tier composite (Trex, TimberTech) land near $24,152 — roughly $81 per square foot installed.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Georgia?+
Most Georgia municipalities require a building permit for any deck over 30 inches off the ground or attached to a house. Permit fees typically run around $200. Inspections usually happen at the footing stage and at final.
What's the cheapest deck material in Georgia?+
Pressure-treated pine at about $61 per square foot installed. Cedar is the next step up at $69/sqft. For long-term cost-of-ownership (accounting for stain and maintenance), composite at $81/sqft often wins past year 12.
How much is labor for a deck in Georgia?+
Georgia labor runs 88% of the US average — 12% below the national baseline. Labor accounts for 40–55% of total deck cost. On a 300 sqft composite build, that's roughly $11,593 of the total.
What type of footings does Georgia require?+
No frost-line requirement — standard 18–24 inch footings apply here. Check local building codes — some coastal Georgia jurisdictions still require hurricane anchoring on footings.
Does a deck add home value in Georgia?+
Yes. Nationally, a new deck returns 50–70% of its cost at resale. In Georgia's climate, an outdoor living space is especially valued. Real estate appraisers typically credit deck value at 50–65% of installed cost; buyers tend to value it even higher when a property is actively listed.
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