How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

A paver patio adds beauty and value to your home, creating an inviting outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. The average cost to install a paver patio is $3,800 for a 280-square-foot area, with most homeowners spending between $2,400 and $7,000. 

Factors like the size of your patio, the type of pavers you choose, and labor costs in your area will affect the total price. While pavers cost more than concrete slabs, their durability and style make them a worthwhile investment. On average, paver installation costs between $8 and $25 per square foot. For high‑end options, such as flagstones, prices can go up to $50 per square foot, making the patio size one of the biggest cost factors.

Cost Factors for Installing a Paver Patio

Many variables influence the cost to build a paver patio, from materials and labor and the size of your patio to the prep work, the design, landscaping, utilities, and more. When planning your budget for this project, remember to factor in these elements to get an accurate price.

Size

Your paver patio's size plays a significant role in determining the overall cost. A small, cozy patio might cost as little as $250, while a spacious 864-square-foot patio designed for outdoor living and entertaining could reach up to $26,000. Here's a breakdown of paver patio costs based on size:

Type of Paver

The type of paver you choose is one of the biggest cost influencers for a paver or patio project. Simple concrete pavers start at $1 per square foot, while natural stone like bluestone or flagstone can cost up to $15 per square foot.

The type of paver also impacts the cost of labor. While labor for most paver installations costs around $5 to $10 per square foot, materials that are more challenging to work with, such as bluestone, slate, or flagstone, and those that are more time-consuming, such as stamped concrete, can cost up to $25 per square foot.

Other Materials

Aside from the pavers themselves, you'll also need to account for the cost of building a solid foundation for your paver project. This includes sand and gravel at around $1 per square foot. You may also need to factor in the use of specialist equipment for adding drainage, grading, and compacting the area.

Labor

The cost to hire a professional paver installer ranges from $50 to $80 per hour or $4 to $11 per square foot, significantly impacting your project's total cost. Installing a 300‑square‑foot patio takes between 35 and 40 hours, depending on the complexity. Intricate designs, like herringbone patterns, increase labor costs due to the additional time and skill required. Adding proper drainage, such as a drain slope or French drain, is essential to prevent water pooling and protect your home's foundation, though it will add to the overall cost.

Intricate Designs

Intricate designs will increase your project's cost due to the additional time and skill required. Interlocking bricks are popular because they create cohesive, flowing patterns throughout the patio. They allow for unique circular or angular designs that blend beautifully with landscaped gardens. Square and rectangular bricks can also be used to create stunning patio designs, especially when mixing different sizes.

Landscaping and Regrading

Often overlooked and not included in the price of a patio, landscaping can elevate the look of your new paver project. In many cases, you’ll hire a landscaper to do your entire outdoor area. Check with them to see if they include any of this in the price.

• Landscaping costs $1,350–$5,700.

• Leveling or regrading a lawn costs $1,000–$3,250. You’ll need to consider grading for drainage purposes.

Utility Installation

Depending on your outdoor needs, you might need to install utilities under your patio. Homeowners often wish to add outlets to power outdoor features like grills and other items to elevate their outdoor experiences. Adding water, gas, or electrical lines doesn’t come as part of a patio install.

• Electrical wiring costs $600–$2,300.

• Plumbing fees run $400–$2,000.

• Gas Lines cost $15–$25 per linear foot.

Fire Pit and Outdoor Living Options

You can spend anywhere from $300 to $2,000 or more on fire pits and other built-in outdoor living options. Pools, kitchens, and spas can run up to $50,000 or more.

• Fire pit installation costs $300–$1,400. You’ll spend on the lower end when you install one as part of your patio.

• Outdoor kitchens cost $6,300–$27,000. This range includes all plumbing, electrical, and gas lines needed.

• Pool installation costs $25,000–$59,000. One of the most popular things to put a patio around, you’ll want to consider it when you plan your backyard.

• No room for a pool? Consider integrating a hot tub into your design. Hot tubs cost $6,000 on average.

• Patio cover costs $8,600–$28,500. These can even hit $50,000 or more if you have a fully enclosed and insulated room that essentially becomes part of your home.

Paver Prices by Type

The prices of pavers vary significantly, with half concrete pavers starting at around $2.50 per square foot, and natural stone pavers costing as much as $16 per square foot. The table below shows you the most common paver types and their costs individually and per square foot, so you can plan your materials budget accurately.

*Some natural stone pavers, like flagstone, marble, and tumbled granite, cost more at about $15, $20, and $25 per square foot, respectively.

Brick Paver

Brick pavers cost $10 to $20 per square foot. This price is for the bricks alone and only covers standard red bricks. Unusual shapes, colors, or sizes will cost more.

Clay Brick Pavers

Thin clay, or half bricks, cost $10 to $20 per square foot. Half-brick pavers like these are more affordable than whole bricks and give a longer-lasting, lower-maintenance finish than concrete and stone-look concrete. Like full bricks, they're eco-friendly because they're made of natural materials and are recyclable.

Thin Paving Bricks

Thin paving bricks, or brick veneer, cost around $3 to $10 per square foot. This is a decorative option rather than a structural one, as the pavers are too thin to withstand heavy foot or vehicle traffic unless installed over a stable concrete slab. These are a popular option for upgrading an existing surface that's in reasonably good repair without the cost of a full driveway replacement or the price of a new patio.

Concrete Pavers

Concrete pavers cost $8 to $15 per square foot. These look like real brick but are not as durable as actual brick. However, pros can dye concrete, so it’s available in a broad range of colors and finishes, allowing homeowners to have a truly custom paver project.

Pavestone

Pavestone costs $3 to $5 per square foot. This type of paver is a popular brand of tumbled concrete paver and is available in an array of sizes, colors, and lookalike styles. Among their most popular is the bluestone lookalike, as it closely mimics the appearance of real bluestone but is much more affordable.

Natural Stone Pavers

Natural stone pavers cost $15 to $50 per square foot. The more exotic and the further away the stones are sourced, the more you'll pay per square foot, as the materials are exceptionally heavy and costly to move.

Slate-Concrete Pavers

Slate pavers cost $12 per square foot and range from $7 to $16 per square foot. They're actually concrete with a slate look and are considerably more durable than real slate. This material is the closest you'll get to real slate on a patio, driveway, or walkway, as the real deal simply isn't strong enough to withstand heavy foot traffic or vehicles.

Interlocking Pavers

Interlocking pavers cost around $4.50 per square foot and range from $3 to $6 per square foot. Interlocking pavers feature ridges that let them slot together easily and make them less likely to shift or pop out of place over time. Some also have interesting shapes that allow for the interlocking process, such as teddy bear pavers with double-curved edges or tri-spoke pavers with three curved "arms." You'll find many other shapes and designs in interlocking pavers that let you create a bespoke patio or driveway to boost your home's curb appeal.

Permeable Pavers

Permeable pavers vary in cost substantially because you can build any paver setup to allow permeability. Interlocking pavers, for example, are often designed to allow water to flow through and underneath the surface into a drainage system, such as a French drain. In this case, the water is often directed to a pond or aquifer.

Grass pavers are naturally permeable. The rain simply passes through the grass thanks to the open cell structure of the paver the grass is growing in.

Rubber and composite pavers are porous, so water can pass through without damaging the pavers. However, rubber is a controversial choice because of concerns over toxins leaching from the rubber as it degrades. Plus, neither rubber nor composite is as hard-wearing and long-lasting as the other options.

Paver Installation Costs by Project

Pavers’ versatility makes them an excellent choice for a variety of projects. Many homeowners use pavers for walkways, driveways, pool areas, and other spaces. However, each project’s cost (including labor) varies from the rest.

Paver Walkway Cost

You’ll pay somewhere between $8 to $25 per square foot to create a paver walkway. It costs no more or less than a patio because it's essentially the same thing. One's just a little narrower than the other. The exact same materials, processes, and labor costs are involved.

• Residential pathways: Sometimes called private or personal sidewalks, these run on private property and don’t have to conform to any special rules or regulations beyond building codes.

• Sidewalks: The raised side of a road designated for pedestrian use belongs to your city and falls under special rules and regulations, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, which designates dimensions and materials. Check with your local code or building department to see if you can install one as a paver to match your other pathways. The municipality you live in often has specific rules and regulations governing the construction and maintenance of all sidewalks.

• Walkways: These are public commercial walking areas, like paths through a park or outdoor shopping area.

Patio

Just like with other projects that involve laying pavers, you can expect to pay between $8 and $25 per square foot when you hire a pro to create a patio for you. If your design is particularly complex, or if you live in an area with a higher cost of living, you’ll likely pay closer to $25 per square foot than $8. If your design is simple and your cost of living is low, you’ll pay closer to $8 per square foot.

Driveway

A paver driveway costs $6,100 to $30,400, or an average of $17,000 for a driveway of 16-by-38 feet. However big your driveway, expect to pay between $10 and $50 per square foot. Depending on the complexity of the job and the paver material, you could pay up to $80 per square foot.

Driveway pavers must be designed to withstand repetitive car traffic as well as heavy foot traffic. Driveway pavers should be made from concrete, natural stone, bluestone, brick, cobblestone, marble, or paving stones.

Pavers can add serious curb appeal to your home since you can match them to your overall aesthetic. They are also simple to repair over time, as only individual pieces will need fixing rather than the whole driveway. Pavers have a lifespan of 50 years or more.

Around Pool

Adding pavers around a backyard pool costs $8 to $25 per square foot. This can increase curb appeal and ensure you have plenty of space for outdoor entertaining. Because many pools are curved or intricately designed, you may have to pay for design work, as well as the actual cost of installing pavers, which can increase the project total by 20%.

Full Backyard Pavement

Fully paving your backyard runs $8 to $25 per square foot. But you might also incur additional costs for complex excavations. It’s popular in urban areas with small outdoor spaces to simply turn the whole thing into a hardscaped outdoor space. It’s less maintenance, looks good, and doesn’t cost a ton for the small spaces behind row houses and apartments.

DIY Paver Patio Cost vs. Hiring a Pro

While it's possible to lay a paver patio yourself, the process is time-consuming—taking about 50 hours on average—and requires careful planning and execution. Common DIY pitfalls include improperly compacted soil leading to uneven surfaces, incorrect slope causing water pooling, and difficulty in cutting pavers around obstacles. If you lack the time or resources to ensure a professional finish, hiring a local paver installer will save you time and prevent costly mistakes.

DIY Material Costs

If you choose to install a paver patio yourself, you'll need to purchase or rent several tools and materials, such as:

• Sod cutter rental: Approximately $65 per day for proper ground preparation.

• Wet masonry saw rental: Around $60 per day for cutting pavers cleanly.

• Materials: Including gravel ($200), edging ($50), sand ($5), and basic tools like a rake, rubber mallet, and broom.

Keep in mind that DIY installation requires significant time and effort, and mistakes can be costly. Hiring a professional paver installer near you ensures a durable and aesthetically pleasing patio.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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