Basic
$37 – $70 per sq ft
3/4x5-1/2 in. Ipe boards face-screwed with stainless screws on treated joists at 16 in., ends sealed, penetrating oil finish
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How Much Does Ipe Hardwood Decking Cost in Boston, Massachusetts?
Build a ground-level or low deck with Ipe hardwood deck boards on pressure-treated framing, hidden or face fasteners and end sealing, per sq ft of deck, materials and labor (railing extra).
Ipe Hardwood Decking in Boston, Massachusetts typically costs $44 to $82 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Ipe Hardwood Decking in Boston, Massachusetts
$44 – $82
per sq ftPrices in Boston are 14.0% higher than the national average for ipe hardwood decking.
National average: $40 – $75 per sq ft
What you get at each price level
Standard
$44 – $82 per sq ft
3/4x5-1/2 in. Ipe on hidden edge clips over treated joists at 16 in. with joist tape, ends sealed, UV oil finish
Premium
$55 – $103 per sq ft
3/4x5-1/2 in. Ipe on hidden clips over treated joists at 12 in. with joist tape, picture-frame border, ends sealed, UV oil finish
Cost Breakdown in Boston
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $18 – $34 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $18 – $33 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $4.80 – $9 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $3.20 – $6 | sq ft |
Prices adjusted for Boston local market conditions.
Cost Factors in Boston, Massachusetts
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($18.00-$33.75 per square foot)
- Labor ($14.00-$26.25 per square foot)
- Supplies & Other ($4.80-$9.00 per square foot)
- Equipment & Disposal ($3.20-$6.00 per square foot)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costsAt national average
Labor costs27.0% above avg
Labor costs in Boston run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- How Much Does Ipe Decking Cost? 2026 Price Guide, buyipedirect.com, retrieved Nov 2026
- Construction wages by metro and rural area, used for the labor adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- Regional price parities for goods, used for the materials adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024
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