Lumber prices / Southern Yellow Pine
Southern Yellow Pine Price per Board Foot
Southern yellow pine (loblolly and relatives) is dense and strong for a softwood, dominating construction framing and pressure-treated lumber. It is resinous and can be prone to warping as it dries.
Typical price per board foot$2 – $4
TypeSoftwood (Domestic)
Density (12% MC)36 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot3.0 lb
Janka hardness690 lbf
Common usesFraming, decking, flooring, timbers, pressure-treated stock
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $2 to $4 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $8 – $16 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $11 – $21 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $11 – $21 |
To price a full order, put $3 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does southern yellow pine cost per board foot?
- Southern Yellow Pine commonly runs about $2 to $4 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does southern yellow pine weigh?
- About 3.0 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 36 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is southern yellow pine a hardwood or a softwood?
- Southern Yellow Pine is a softwood (domestic), with a Janka hardness of 690 lbf.