Pergola Cost in Oklahoma – 2024 Pricing Guide
One of the first questions Broken Arrow and Tulsa homeowners ask us is: “What does a pergola actually cost?” The honest answer is — it depends on size, material, and features. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of pergola pricing in the Oklahoma market so you can budget accurately before you call.
Pergola Cost by Material
Pressure-Treated Pine (Most Affordable)
- 12×12: $2,800–$4,500 installed
- 12×16: $3,500–$6,000 installed
- 16×20: $5,500–$8,500 installed
Best for: budget-conscious projects, smaller patios, or when the pergola will be painted. Pressure-treated wood is strong but can warp and check as it dries in Oklahoma’s heat. Requires staining every 2–3 years.
Cedar (Mid-Range)
- 12×12: $4,500–$7,500 installed
- 12×16: $6,000–$10,000 installed
- 16×20: $8,500–$14,000 installed
Best for: clients who love the natural warmth of wood and are willing to maintain it. Cedar is naturally rot-resistant, smells great, and looks beautiful stained in warm tones. More dimensionally stable than pine.
Aluminum / Louvered Pergola Systems (Premium)
- 12×12: $8,000–$12,000 installed
- 12×16: $10,000–$16,000 installed
- 16×20: $14,000–$22,000+ installed
Best for: clients who want zero maintenance, rain protection, and long-term durability. Louvered aluminum systems let you open or close the roof panels with a remote — going from full sun to full shade or rain protection in seconds. These come with integrated LED lighting, optional heaters, and screen walls.
What Affects Pergola Cost
- Size: Larger pergolas cost more, but cost-per-square-foot decreases as size increases.
- Material: Pine < Cedar < Aluminum (roughly in that order)
- Design complexity: Hip rooflines, decorative rafter tails, and curved beams add cost over a standard rectangular design.
- Footings: Concrete footings are required in Oklahoma — we always use properly sized footings for the post diameter and height.
- Attached vs. freestanding: Attached pergolas need a ledger board connection to the home; freestanding pergolas need 4+ posts.
- Add-ons: Shade cloth, polycarbonate roofing, fan/light blocking, and screen walls all add to the total.
Pergola + Patio Combination Pricing
Most clients combine a pergola with a new patio. A complete pergola + concrete patio package (12×16 cedar pergola + 400 sq ft stamped concrete patio) typically runs $12,000–$20,000 in the Broken Arrow market. Adding an outdoor kitchen or fireplace takes it to $25,000–$45,000+.
Get an accurate quote for your project — call VistaScapes at (918) 779-1317.
