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AZEK · Arkansas · 2026-Q1 retail

AZEK Deck Cost in Arkansas

A AZEK deck in Arkansas costs $51-$110/sqft installed with the state's 0.92× labor multiplier (South). AZEK is the cellular-PVC premium brand (now part of TimberTech but sold under the AZEK name). 100% PVC core (no wood content) — termite + mold proof, scratch-resistant cap, lowest CTE of any major brand. Top of the deck-board pyramid. Arkansas labor 0.92× national — among the cheapest in the US. Decent value for big projects.

0.92× labor$81/sqft medianFrost 12humid climate35-yr lifespan
$/sqft low
$51
AZEK Vintage Coastline
$/sqft median
$81
AZEK Vintage Mahogany
$/sqft high
$110
AZEK Arbor Acacia
Frost depth
12″
footing depth required

AZEK cost by deck size in Arkansas

Mid-tier AZEK (AZEK Vintage Mahogany) at Arkansas's 0.92× labor multiplier — ~$66/sqft installed.

Size
Low (entry)
Median (mid)
High (luxury)
10×12 (120 sqft)
$6,120
$7,920
$8,640
12×16 (192 sqft)
$9,792
$12,672
$13,824
16×20 (320 sqft)
$16,320
$21,120
$23,040
20×24 (480 sqft)
$24,480
$31,680
$34,560

Cost ranges include materials + labor + standard railing. Excludes permit ($140 baseline + 1.2% of project value), demolition (if replacing), and footings for 12″ frost depth.

AZEK product lines in Arkansas

AZEK installed cost ranges from $55/sqft (Vintage Coastline on standard framing) to $120/sqft (Harvest Slate Gray on premium engineered framing with PVC railing). PVC is the priciest mainstream deck-board option but has the longest warranty + lowest maintenance.

AZEK Vintage Coastline
$51/sqft
Entry PVC · $55 national × 0.92× Arkansas labor
AZEK Vintage Mahogany
$66/sqft
Premium PVC · $72 national × 0.92× Arkansas labor
AZEK Harvest Slate Gray
$81/sqft
Luxury PVC · $88 national × 0.92× Arkansas labor
AZEK Arbor Acacia
$72/sqft
Premium PVC · $78 national × 0.92× Arkansas labor

Arkansas-specific notes

Labor multiplier
0.92×
South region labor pricing applied to all installed costs.
Frost depth
12″
Footings must extend below frost line per IRC R403.1.4.
Climate
humid
Salt-air coastal areas: use 316SS hardware regardless of brand.
Top metros
Little Rock · Fayetteville
Major metros driving installer availability + pricing pressure.
Permit fee
$105-$259
Most AR jurisdictions modest fees ($120-180). Some small towns require no permit at all.
Warranty
50-yr lifetime fade + lifetime structural — among the longest in the industry
50-yr lifetime fade + lifetime structural — among the longest in the industry

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FAQ — AZEK in Arkansas

How much does a AZEK deck cost in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, AZEK decking costs $51-$110/sqft installed (national $55-$120/sqft × Arkansas's 0.92× labor multiplier). A typical 16×20 (320 sqft) AZEK deck lands around $25,920. Mid-tier AZEK Vintage Mahogany runs about $21,120 for the same scope.

Which AZEK line is best for Arkansas's climate?

Arkansas's humid climate favors PVC lines like AZEK Vintage or TimberTech AZEK — no wood content means no moisture absorption. Salt-air coastal areas (Gulf Coast, Atlantic) need 316SS hardware regardless of brand.

What's the permit fee for a AZEK deck in Arkansas?

Arkansas permit fees typically run $105-$259 depending on jurisdiction and project value — most calculators use max(regional baseline $140, 1.2% of project value). Most AR jurisdictions modest fees ($120-180). Some small towns require no permit at all.

How deep do footings need to be for a AZEK deck in Arkansas?

Arkansas's frost depth is approximately 12″. AZEK doesn't change the footing requirement — that's IRC R403.1.4-driven by frost line. Use Sonotube 10″ for typical loads. Verify with your local building department since AHJs sometimes require deeper depths than the state-published value.

Is AZEK worth the money in Arkansas?

AZEK vs PT pine over 25 years in Arkansas: PT pine = ~$28/sqft installed + ~$2/sqft/yr maintenance (stain/seal annually) = $85/sqft total. AZEK mid-tier = $66/sqft installed + $0 maintenance = $66/sqft total. AZEK typically wins the 25-yr TCO comparison by 20-40%, plus better resale value.

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