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Concreting Prices United States
Prices exclude sales tax. Rates vary by region, access, and ground conditions.
Concreting Prices by Service — United States
Prices exclude sales tax. Rates vary by region, access, and ground conditions.
| Service | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟫Plain Concrete Slab Standard broom-finished concrete slab | $65per sqm | $95per sqm | $130per sqm |
| 🪨Exposed Aggregate Decorative exposed stone finish | $85per sqm | $115per sqm | $160per sqm |
| 🎨Colored Concrete Integrally colored or stained concrete | $75per sqm | $100per sqm | $140per sqm |
| 🏛️Stamped Concrete Patterned stamped decorative finish | $130per sqm | $190per sqm | $270per sqm |
| 🚗Concrete Driveway Standard concrete driveway | $86per sqm | $120per sqm | $160per sqm |
| 🚶Sidewalk / Walkway Concrete sidewalk or garden path | $65per sqm | $95per sqm | $130per sqm |
| 🧱Concrete Retaining Wall Poured or block retaining wall | $250per lineal metre | $450per lineal metre | $750per lineal metre |
| 🔨Concrete Removal Break up and haul away existing | $30per sqm | $50per sqm | $80per sqm |
What Drives Concreting Prices in United States?
US concrete work is usually quoted around square footage, mix specification, reinforcement, and site preparation rather than appearance alone.
Regional labour markets, permitting rules, and haul distances to plants can shift pricing materially even before decorative upgrades are considered.
A low advertised driveway rate often excludes demolition, grading, forms, sealers, and disposal unless those items are written into the scope.
Mix and reinforcement specification
Thicker slabs, rebar, fibre, and higher-strength mixes cost more but may be necessary for driveways, patios, and retaining work.
Demolition and grading
Breaking out existing concrete, hauling spoil, and correcting levels often costs as much as the new pour on replacement jobs.
Permit and inspection risk
Sidewalk, driveway apron, and structural concrete jobs can trigger approvals, inspections, or engineering requirements.
What Is Usually Included
Common Extras To Watch
What To Expect When You Request Quotes
Step 1
Measure the pour area and confirm depth, reinforcement, and finish before comparing prices.
Step 2
Ask whether excavation, spoil removal, drainage, sealing, and cleanup are included or excluded.
Step 3
Check access conditions early because pumps, wheelbarrow runs, and tight sites change labour allowances fast.
Step 4
Compare at least three written quotes and reject any quote that does not state curing time and warranty expectations.
Concreting Prices by City
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Los Angeles
California · 3.9M
From $75
San Francisco
California · 870K
Pricing available
San Diego
California · 1.4M
Pricing available
San Jose
California · 1.0M
Pricing available
New York City
New York · 8.3M
Pricing available
Buffalo
New York · 280K
Pricing available
Houston
Texas · 2.3M
From $60
Dallas
Texas · 1.3M
Pricing available
Austin
Texas · 1.0M
Pricing available
San Antonio
Texas · 1.5M
Pricing available
Miami
Florida · 450K
From $70
Orlando
Florida · 310K
Pricing available
Tampa
Florida · 400K
Pricing available
Jacksonville
Florida · 950K
Pricing available
Chicago
Illinois · 2.7M
From $70
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania · 1.6M
Pricing available
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania · 300K
Pricing available
Columbus
Ohio · 905K
Pricing available
Cleveland
Ohio · 370K
Pricing available
Atlanta
Georgia · 500K
Pricing available
Boston
Massachusetts · 680K
Pricing available
Seattle
Washington · 740K
Pricing available
Phoenix
Arizona · 1.6M
Pricing available
Denver
Colorado · 715K
Pricing available
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Concreting in United States ranges from $30 per m² for basic services like plain slabs to $750 for major projects like retaining walls. Prices exclude sales tax. Rates vary by region, access, and ground conditions.
The most common finishes are plain (broom-finished) concrete, exposed aggregate with decorative stones, coloured concrete using oxide pigments, and stamped or stencilled concrete that mimics stone, slate, or tile patterns. Each finish has different cost, durability, and aesthetic characteristics.
Well-laid concrete typically lasts 25–50 years or more. Longevity depends on the quality of the mix, proper sub-base preparation, adequate curing, and regular sealing (every 2–5 years for decorative finishes). Driveways and high-traffic areas may need resealing more frequently.
Most standard residential concreting (slabs, driveways, paths) does not require a permit. However, you may need approval for: driveways that cross public land, retaining walls above a certain height (varies by region), work affecting drainage, and any structural concrete like house slabs. Always check with your local council or authority before starting work.
How We Get These Prices
This methodology combines country-level concreting price benchmarks with city-level quote data already mapped inside WhatCosts. We update the page when market ranges move enough to change the practical buying decision.
Sample size on this template: 8 national service categories and 16 city-level price entries across 5 cities.
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