How Much Does It Cost to Build a Concrete Patio?
Typical Range:
$1,915 - $5,245
Typical Range:
$1,915 - $5,245
Cost data is based on actual project costs as reported by 17,353 HomeAdvisor members. Embed this data
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Updated April 17, 2024
Reviewed by Jenny Halasz, CMO, Artisan Construction Services, Inc.Professionals ensure patio's durability, prevent premature spalling and cracking, and consider proper drainage during installation.
The average cost of a concrete patio is $10 per square foot with a range of $6 to $30.
Project cost factors include the complexity of design, labor rates, choice of materials, and accessibility of the site.
Common materials for a concrete patio include concrete pavers, screws, stakes, lumber for forms, gravel, trowels, floats, and concrete sealer.
Concrete patios offer flexibility in design, enhance outdoor living space, and provide long-term durability.
Highlights were summarized from this existing cost guide text using automation technology and were thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.
A new, 300-square-foot concrete patio costs around $3,439 on average, with most projects ranging between $1,915 and $5,245. You’ll pay $4 to $30 per square foot or between $800 to $8,000 total. These prices include labor and materials but fluctuate based on your location, property condition, materials, and design.
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National Average | $3,439 |
Typical Range | $1,915 - $5,245 |
Low End - High End | $800 - $9,950 |
Cost data is based on actual project costs as reported by 17,353 HomeAdvisor members.
On average, you’ll spend $10 per square foot on a poured concrete patio. Although you’ll average somewhere between $6 and $15 per square foot, you can pay anywhere from $4 to $30 per square foot. To find the square feet, multiply the length times the width of your patio design or use our square foot calculator.
Cost depends on how simple, complex, or artistic you want your patio to look. On the low end, you’re looking at a simple, uncolored slab of concrete. On the high end, you might have built-in seating or a fire pit with stamped designs and multiple colors.
Concrete slab with no design: $4–$7 per sq. ft.
Simple coloring or stamping: $9–$17 per sq. ft.
Custom design with multiple colors: $15–$30 per sq. ft.
Different factors affect your project’s overall price by as much as $25 per square foot. A small, standard gray patio pad may cost only $5 per square foot, while a decoratively stamped and stained one with multiple styles and colors can hit $30 per square foot.
Common Dimensions | Size (in square feet) | Average Cost Range |
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8’x10’ | 80 | $500 – $1,300 |
10’x10’ | 100 | $600 – $1,600 |
12’x12’ | 144 | $850 – $2,300 |
12’x14’ | 168 | $1,000 – $2,700 |
15’x15’ | 225 | $1,350 – $3,600 |
16’x18’ | 288 | $1,700 – $4,600 |
16’x20’ | 320 | $1,900 – $5,100 |
20’x20’ | 400 | $2,400 – $6,400 |
Labor runs $50 to $100 per hour for most patios or about $5 to $15 per square foot. Most of the price range comes from the area of the country you live in. Areas with a higher cost of living usually pay higher hourly rates. However, you won’t have to pay any hourly rates as the project is almost always bid out as one total price.
For a 200-square-foot patio, material costs typically run between $500 and $1,000. Concrete pavers run $8 to $25 per square foot, more than a poured patio, but make for an easier DIY option. For poured installs, you’ll use grades C10 through C25, depending on the load-bearing needs, but it won’t affect the price noticeably. Material pricing includes:
Screws and stakes: $5 each
2"x4" lumber for forms: $40–$150
Gravel for sub-base: $0.50–$1.50 per sq. ft.
Trowels and floats: $10–$500 total
Concrete sealer: $0.10–$1 per sq. ft.
You’ll pay an average of $10 per square foot for a 3.5- to 4- inch thick patio. Most patios aren’t any thicker than 4 inches since they do not support any weight, but no less than 3.5 inches due to building code requirements. If you’re putting a roof on it, you’ll often pour footings separately for the roof supports.
Finishes for most patios include plain, staining, and stamping. Polishing is also an option, but due to how slippery polished concrete becomes when wet, it’s not a great outdoor option.
Brushed: No added cost. Smooth or brushed are considered standard finishes.
Polished: $3–$12 per sq. ft. in addition to pouring.
Stamped: $8–$30 per sq. ft. total price. You’ll do this during the installation.
Stained: $2–25 per sq. ft. in addition to pouring.
You’ll pay about twice as much in labor if the site isn’t accessible to a truck for the pour. In that case, your contractor will need to use a smaller mixer that can access the site. In extreme cases, you may need to remove a fence or use manual hauling methods, like a wheelbarrow.
Concrete removal costs $550 to $1,650. If you’re replacing your old concrete patio with a new one, you’ll need to remove the concrete first.
Almost all concrete slabs come with reinforcements as part of the price. It’s unusual for any slab not to have rebar or mesh laid before the pour or fiber mixed into the cement.
You can add built-in customization to enhance your outdoor living space, but it’ll increase the price. Some options to consider include:
Outdoor kitchen costs: $5,500–$23,000
Pool costs: $18,500–$47,000
Hot tub costs: $2,000–$35,000
Sauna costs: $3,000–$6,000
Various types and styles of concrete patios fall within the $5 to $30 per square foot range. One the low end is basic gray slab with high-end installs including various patterns, colors, and built-in amenities.
Standard gray concrete slabs cost $5 to $12 per square foot. It’s the basic pour and finish you’ll get in almost any project. They typically come finished either smooth or brushed for added traction and appeal.
Stained concrete patios cost $3,000 to $18,500. This treatment gives the space a more distinctive and attractive look. Manufacturers can color the concrete either before pouring or adding it after. This changes the surface color from the traditional gray hue to something more unique. Some homeowners may even choose to use more than one stain color to create a pattern on their concrete patio.
Stamping concrete costs $2,800 to $6,500 on average. While completing a stamped concrete patio can cost more, you can select from many patterns. Mimicking the look of stone or pavers creates a richer-looking finished space. It’s often done together with staining your concrete.
Concrete patio painting costs $500 to $3,000 depending on both the type of paint or sealer you’re using and the size of the project.
Polished concrete costs $1,600 to $3,900. It’s not recommended for outdoor patios since it can create a slick surface. However, when used in decorative areas with mats or textured spots, it can create a striking design counterpoint.
Broom-finished doesn’t add anything to your cost. It’s standard to include this in basic projects. As the concrete dries, the contractor pulls a standard broom across the top to give it a slightly textured finish. This makes it more attractive and adds traction.
Adding a decorative stencil to your concrete patio costs $2,000 to $4,500. It’s a simple process that involves a stencil and colored hardening powder spread over the surface. It’s a very similar process to staining.
Exposed aggregate finish adds $2 to $3 per square foot to your total price. You can use almost any type of aggregate material, from quartz pebbles to river rock.
If you decide concrete isn’t right for you, look into a few other options, including:
Asphalt
Gravel
Composite decking
Flagstones
For a durable finish that will last decades, it’s important to have professional installation. DIY installs are often failure-prone, premature spalling and cracking, and often aren’t level or installed with drainage in mind.
To select the right local patio contractor, research expected costs and gather quotes from a minimum of three professionals. Perform some research online or talk to previous customers. That ensures you hire a concrete contractor with a good reputation and qualified to complete your project.
The digging and prep work are the best places to save money on installing a concrete patio. You’ll likely save some money by doing all the excavation yourself, but be sure to call the dig line before you start. Unless you have significant experience in mixing and pouring concrete, finding concrete patio contractors near you tends to be the better choice.
To save even more money, consider:
A smaller patio
Different materials
DIY installation of a wooden patio
Hiring in the offseason
Including it in a larger project, such as landscaping your backyard.
The cost of pouring a concrete patio changes regionally. You’ll tend to spend more in urban areas with higher costs of living indexes and less in rural areas.
City | Cost | Percent of National Average |
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New York, NY | $1,900 – $5,500 | 119% |
Boston, MA | $1,850 – $5,800 | 115% |
San Francisco, CA | $2,450 – $7,200 | 152% |
Boise, ID | $1,550 – $3,900 | 88% |
Chicago, IL | $2,100 – $4,850 | 107% |
Dallas, TX | $1,700 – $3,900 | 88% |
Minneapolis, MN | $2,000 – $5,500 | 114% |
Washington, DC | $2,100 – $5,400 | 120% |
Jacksonville, FL | $1,500 – $3,200 | 75% |
Concrete or brick paver installation costs $8 to $25 per square foot. You'll get individually placed bricks that can add variety and color. Materials and labor are both higher than a simple concrete slab but comparable to an intricate stamped and stained design. Make sure you discuss specifics with your contractor before the project begins so you can budget accordingly.
A wooden deck installation costs $4,100 to $11,500 on average for both labor and materials. It's significantly more expensive than concrete because materials cost more and it requires more time and labor to build, so be sure to factor in the additional time when planning your project—especially if trying to complete the build before the warmer months pass.
From start to finish, it will take two to four days on average to build a patio. However, the timeline ultimately depends on several factors, including your project’s complexity, the materials you choose and their availability, the season/climate, your land, and other project-specific requirements.
A well-maintained concrete patio can last 30 to 50 years. And often longer with something as simple as a resurfacing. Resurfacing concrete costs $4 per square foot on average. Like most other structures, the amount of care and maintenance you put into your patio will increase its longevity and help you enjoy it for years to come.
Extending your existing patio costs the same as any new patio, or $6 to $16 per square foot on average. For example, if you want to add 50 square feet to your existing patio, expect to pay somewhere between $300 to $800 (at minimum) for that extension. If you add any higher-end or speciality features, your costs will exceed this range.