Cost to Build a Deck in Minneapolis, MN (2026)
In Minneapolis a 12×16 ft deck costs about $4,880 in pressure-treated pine and $10,117 in composite, installed — 9% above the US average. Below: local prices by size, footing depth, permits and a calculator priced for Minneapolis.
Pressure-treated pine
$22–$28 /sq ft
Cedar
$31–$40 /sq ft
Composite
$46–$60 /sq ft
Deck cost calculator for Minneapolis
Priced with Minneapolis labour, material and footing-depth factors. Change any input and the estimate updates.
Estimated installed cost
$8,903 – $11,635
192 sq ft · about $52.69/sq ft
- Materials
- $6,166
- Labour
- $3,952
- Footings (42 in deep)
- 3 × about $224
- Frost-depth adjustment
- +$173
Mid-range estimate for a rectangular deck attached to the house, with one beam line per 12 ft of depth and footings every 8 ft. Excludes demolition, permits and site work. For railing, stairs and a full line-item breakdown use the main deck cost calculator.
Minneapolis deck cost by size and material
Mid-range installed prices for a standard-height deck attached to the house, with footings at 42 inches. Add railing and stairs in the deck cost calculator.
| Deck size | Pressure-treated pine | Cedar | Composite |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft (100 sq ft) | $2,624 | $3,672 | $5,352 |
| 12 × 12 ft (144 sq ft) | $3,703 | $5,212 | $7,631 |
| 12 × 16 ft (192 sq ft) | $4,880 | $6,892 | $10,117 |
| 16 × 20 ft (320 sq ft) | $8,306 | $11,659 | $17,035 |
| 20 × 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $10,268 | $14,459 | $21,178 |
What makes a deck in Minneapolis cost what it does
Deep frost, snow and a short building season.
Labour here runs 5% above the Minnesota average, so a pressure-treated 12×16 that averages $4,832 across Minnesota comes to about $4,880 in Minneapolis. Some of the deepest frost in the lower 48, heavy snow and hot, humid summers.
Footings
Footings in Minneapolis go about 42 inches deep, which costs roughly $224 per 12 inch footing installed. A 12×16 deck needs about 3. Size them with the deck footing calculator.
Deck permits in Minneapolis
Permits are issued by the Minneapolis Development Review. Footings go 42 inches deep, and attached decks need a permit regardless of height. Typical fees run $150–$500. For the state rules that sit behind the local ones, see deck cost in Minnesota.
Choosing decking in Minneapolis
Composite adds about $5,237 to a 12×16 deck here over pressure-treated. Higher labour costs and a harsh freeze-thaw cycle favour boards that need no refinishing. Run the numbers for your deck in the composite vs wood calculator.
Best time to build
May to October.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deck cost in Minneapolis?
A 12×16 ft deck in Minneapolis costs about $4,880 in pressure-treated pine, $6,892 in cedar and $10,117 in composite, installed. That is $22–$28 per square foot for pressure-treated and $46–$60 for composite.
Is building a deck in Minneapolis more expensive than elsewhere in Minnesota?
A typical deck in Minneapolis runs right in line with the Minnesota average and 9% above the US average, mainly because of local labour rates. Deep frost, snow and a short building season.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Minneapolis?
Permits are issued by the Minneapolis Development Review. Footings go 42 inches deep, and attached decks need a permit regardless of height. Budget roughly $150–$500 for the permit, more if drawings by a design professional are required.
How deep do deck footings have to be in Minneapolis?
About 42 inches. Each 12 inch footing at that depth costs roughly $224 installed, and a 12×16 deck needs about 3. Always confirm the required depth with the Minneapolis Development Review before digging — the footing inspection happens before any concrete goes in.
Should I choose composite or wood for a deck in Minneapolis?
Composite adds about $5,237 to a 12×16 deck in Minneapolis but removes staining every two to three years. Higher labour costs and a harsh freeze-thaw cycle favour boards that need no refinishing.
Price the rest of the project
Figures are planning estimates built from national installed prices adjusted for Minnesota and Minneapolis labour, materials and footing depth. Get two or three itemised local quotes. Method.