Composite Deck Cost in Montgomery, AL (2026)

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Composite Deck Cost in Montgomery, AL (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Montgomery · per sq ft
$35.98 – $76.46

Composite Deck costs $35.98 to $76.46 per sq ft in Montgomery in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $14,392 – $30,584 installed, typically near $22,488. That is essentially in line with the Alabama average.

Typical sq ft
$56.22
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$23.90
Frost depth
8 in

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Estimated installed cost

Planning estimate. Wage index applies to the labor share only; materials held at national prices. Get three written quotes.

How Montgomery compares with the rest of Alabama

Construction wages in Montgomery average $23.90 per hour against $24.82 statewide, so pricing tracks the Alabama norm closely.

Labor is about 42% of the installed cost on this type of work, and it is the part that actually moves between markets. Materials are priced by national manufacturers and barely shift, which is why the gap between metros is narrower than wage differences alone suggest.

Composite Deck cost by project size in Montgomery

Project sizeMontgomery rangeTypical
100 sq ft$3,598 – $7,646$5,622
200 sq ft$7,196 – $15,292$11,244
300 sq ft$10,794 – $22,938$16,866
400 sq ft$14,392 – $30,584$22,488
600 sq ft$21,589 – $45,876$33,732
800 sq ft$28,785 – $61,168$44,976
1,000 sq ft$35,981 – $76,459$56,220
1,500 sq ft$53,971 – $114,689$84,330

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Montgomery at roughly $22,488, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor42%$9,445
Materials44%$9,895
Site prep & equipment8%$1,799
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$1,349

Montgomery compared with other Alabama markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Montgomery
Birmingham$37.27 – $79.20+4%
Mobile$36.62 – $77.81+2%
Huntsville$36.70 – $77.98+2%
Tuscaloosa$36.94 – $78.49+3%
Alabama average$36.47 – $77.50+1%

Ground conditions and code in Montgomery

Montgomery sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 8 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Montgomery

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $350 in Alabama. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Montgomery building department before work begins.

Hiring in Montgomery

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, each specifying the same scope and grade of material. Ask for local references and check the licence is current in Alabama.

Frequently asked questions

How much does composite deck cost in Montgomery?

In 2026, composite deck costs $35.98 to $76.46 per sq ft in Montgomery. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $14,392 and $30,584.

Is Montgomery more expensive than the rest of Alabama?

Not meaningfully. Montgomery prices track the Alabama average closely.

Do I need a permit in Montgomery?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $350 in Alabama and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Montgomery?

Get three written, itemised quotes covering identical scope and materials. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

Nearby markets

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Montgomery construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $23.90/hr) to the labor share of a national 2026 cost baseline. Materials are held at national prices. Figures refresh automatically with each BLS release. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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