Quick Answer: A concrete patio costs $6–$20 per square foot installed. Broom finish runs $6–$9/sq ft, stamped $8–$14/sq ft, exposed aggregate $7–$12/sq ft, and stained $9–$16/sq ft. A typical 300 sq ft patio costs $2,500–$6,500 total. Material runs $3.50–$6.00/sq ft. Labor costs $3–$5/sq ft based on concrete finisher rates of $21–$31/hr nationally. Add $1,300 for excavation, forming, gravel, permits, and sealer. Enter your ZIP for local pricing.
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Concrete Patio Cost by Finish Type
| Finish Type | Material $/sq ft | Total $/sq ft | 300 sq ft Patio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broom Finish | $3.50/sq ft | $6–$9/sq ft | $2,500–$3,500 |
| Exposed Aggregate | $4.50/sq ft | $7–$12/sq ft | $3,000–$4,500 |
| Stamped | $5.00/sq ft | $8–$14/sq ft | $3,500–$5,500 |
| Stained | $6.00/sq ft | $9–$16/sq ft | $4,000–$6,500 |
How Concrete Patio Cost Is Calculated
- Concrete material: Area × $3.50–$6.00/sq ft depending on finish type. Includes concrete, color hardener, release agent, stamps, or stain as needed.
- Labor: Area × 0.08–0.14 hr/sq ft × hourly rate × 1.5 burden. Stamped concrete requires the most labor (0.14 hr/sq ft) due to stamp placement and coloring.
- Fixed costs: Excavation ($400), forming ($300), base gravel ($250), permits ($200), and sealer ($150) totaling $1,300.
- Contractor markup: 20% for general contractor overhead, profit, and warranty.
Concrete Patio vs Other Patio Materials
| Material | Cost/sq ft | Lifespan | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete (plain) | $6–$9 | 25–30 years | Seal every 2–3 yrs |
| Concrete (stamped) | $8–$14 | 25–30 years | Reseal every 1–2 yrs |
| Pavers | $10–$25 | 25–50 years | Re-sand joints yearly |
| Natural Stone | $15–$30 | 50+ years | Seal every 1–2 yrs |
| Gravel | $1–$3 | 5–10 years | Top up annually |
Formula Summary
Concrete Patio Cost Formula: Total installed cost includes concrete material, burdened finishing labor, and fixed costs for site prep, multiplied by contractor markup.
Total = (A × M + A × H × R × 1.5 + F) × 1.20
where A = patio area (sq ft), M = material cost/sq ft, H = labor hours/sq ft, R = hourly trade rate, 1.5 = labor burden, F = fixed costs ($1,300), 1.20 = markup.
| Finish | Material $/sq ft | Hr/sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Broom | $3.50 | 0.08 |
| Exposed Aggregate | $4.50 | 0.12 |
| Stamped | $5.00 | 0.14 |
| Stained | $6.00 | 0.10 |
Constants: Fixed costs $1,300 (excavation $400, forming $300, base gravel $250, permits $200, sealer $150). Labor burden 1.5×. Contractor markup 20%. Trade: concrete finishers (SOC 47-2051), national mean $25.02/hr. Rates from BLS OEWS May 2024, 393 metros.
Concrete Finishers Hourly Rates by Metro (BLS OEWS May 2024)
| Metro | 25th %ile | Mean | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $26.65 | $36.50 | $45.79 |
| Los Angeles | $26.81 | $34.90 | $40.62 |
| Chicago | $27.71 | $38.57 | $50.13 |
| Dallas | $20.88 | $23.39 | $25.73 |
| Houston | $19.00 | $22.95 | $24.20 |
| Washington | $21.57 | $26.08 | $29.22 |
| Philadelphia | $25.28 | $32.13 | $36.58 |
| Miami | $21.71 | $25.53 | $26.87 |
| Atlanta | $19.63 | $24.20 | $28.24 |
| Phoenix | $23.61 | $28.07 | $30.44 |
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Estimates are for planning purposes only. Consult a qualified contractor for critical projects. Actual material requirements may vary based on site conditions, waste, and installation methods.
Pricing last verified: February 2026. Material prices vary by region, season, and supplier. Prices shown are national averages for planning purposes.