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Deck building cost in Alaska
Most homeowners pay $11,300 – $18,800 (mid-range, typical $14,500, before sales tax), 12% above the national average.
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mid-range, typicalPrice levels in Alaska
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $12,800 $10,000 – $16,600 | $7,294 | $5,507 |
| Mid-range | $14,500 $11,300 – $18,800 | $8,381 | $6,101 |
| Premium | $24,300 $18,900 – $31,600 | $12,345 | $11,941 |
Why prices in Alaska are different
Labour makes up about 58% of a mid-range deck building job, around 76 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Alaska cost about 22% more than the national average (official wage data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 12% above the national figure.
Alaska ranks 5 of 51 states for this job, from most to least expensive.
By area
| Location | Basic | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $13,900 | $15,700 | $26,100 |
| Anchorage, AK | $12,700 | $14,400 | $24,100 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $12,600 | $14,200 | $23,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does deck building cost in Alaska?
A mid-range job typically costs $14,500 before sales tax, with most homeowners paying between $11,300 and $18,800. A basic job is about $12,800 and a premium one about $24,300.
Is deck building more expensive in Alaska than the national average?
Alaska: 12% above the national average. Labour makes up about 58% of a mid-range deck building job, around 76 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Alaska cost about 22% more than the national average (official wage data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 12% above the national figure.
How much of the price is labour in Alaska?
About 58% at the mid-range level, around 76 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between regions.
Where in Alaska is it most expensive?
Fairbanks-College, AK is the most expensive area at about $15,700 for a mid-range job, and Alaska nonmetropolitan area the least expensive at about $14,200.