Cost to Build a Deck in Sacramento, CA (2026)
In Sacramento a 12×16 ft deck costs about $4,763 in pressure-treated pine and $10,314 in composite, installed — 13% above the US average. Below: local prices by size, footing depth, permits and a calculator priced for Sacramento.
Pressure-treated pine
$22–$29 /sq ft
Cedar
$31–$41 /sq ft
Composite
$48–$62 /sq ft
Deck cost calculator for Sacramento
Priced with Sacramento labour, material and footing-depth factors. Change any input and the estimate updates.
Estimated installed cost
$9,077 – $11,862
192 sq ft · about $53.72/sq ft
- Materials
- $6,466
- Labour
- $3,848
- Footings (12 in deep)
- 3 × about $128
- Frost-depth adjustment
- −$115
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.
Sacramento deck cost by size and material
Mid-range installed prices for a standard-height deck attached to the house, with footings at 12 inches. Add railing and stairs in the deck cost calculator.
| Deck size | Pressure-treated pine | Cedar | Composite |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft (100 sq ft) | $2,425 | $3,442 | $5,317 |
| 12 × 12 ft (144 sq ft) | $3,543 | $5,007 | $7,707 |
| 12 × 16 ft (192 sq ft) | $4,763 | $6,714 | $10,314 |
| 16 × 20 ft (320 sq ft) | $7,823 | $11,075 | $17,075 |
| 20 × 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $9,855 | $13,920 | $21,421 |
What makes a deck in Sacramento cost what it does
Hot, dry summers and mild wet winters.
Labour here runs 5% below the California average, so a pressure-treated 12×16 that averages $4,969 across California comes to about $4,763 in Sacramento. Mostly mild, but wildfire risk shapes material choice across much of the state, and coastal fog keeps wood damp. Frost only matters in the Sierra and far north.
Footings
Footings in Sacramento go about 12 inches deep, which costs roughly $128 per 12 inch footing installed. A 12×16 deck needs about 3. Size them with the deck footing calculator.
Deck permits in Sacramento
Permits are issued by the City of Sacramento Community Development. Permits are required for decks attached to the house or over 30 inches; wildfire-zone lots in the foothills need ignition-resistant decking. Typical fees run $300–$800. For the state rules that sit behind the local ones, see deck cost in California.
Choosing decking in Sacramento
Composite adds about $5,552 to a 12×16 deck here over pressure-treated. Fire-rated composite or PVC is often the only practical choice in WUI zones, and redwood and cedar lose their price edge once code-compliant options are compared. Run the numbers for your deck in the composite vs wood calculator.
Best time to build
Year-round on the coast; April to October in the mountains.
Other California cities
- Los Angeles — 12×16 composite about $10,896
- San Diego — 12×16 composite about $10,763
- San Jose — 12×16 composite about $11,618
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deck cost in Sacramento?
A 12×16 ft deck in Sacramento costs about $4,763 in pressure-treated pine, $6,714 in cedar and $10,314 in composite, installed. That is $22–$29 per square foot for pressure-treated and $48–$62 for composite.
Is building a deck in Sacramento more expensive than elsewhere in California?
A typical deck in Sacramento runs 3% below the California average and 13% above the US average, mainly because of local labour rates. Hot, dry summers and mild wet winters.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Sacramento?
Permits are issued by the City of Sacramento Community Development. Permits are required for decks attached to the house or over 30 inches; wildfire-zone lots in the foothills need ignition-resistant decking. Budget roughly $300–$800 for the permit, more if drawings by a design professional are required.
How deep do deck footings have to be in Sacramento?
About 12 inches. Each 12 inch footing at that depth costs roughly $128 installed, and a 12×16 deck needs about 3. Always confirm the required depth with the City of Sacramento Community Development before digging — the footing inspection happens before any concrete goes in.
Should I choose composite or wood for a deck in Sacramento?
Composite adds about $5,552 to a 12×16 deck in Sacramento but removes staining every two to three years. Fire-rated composite or PVC is often the only practical choice in WUI zones, and redwood and cedar lose their price edge once code-compliant options are compared.
Price the rest of the project
Figures are planning estimates built from national installed prices adjusted for California and Sacramento labour, materials and footing depth. Get two or three itemised local quotes. Method.