A concrete patio costs $6 to $25 per square foot installed in 2026
A plain broom finish concrete patio costs $6 to $12 per square foot installed in 2026. A stamped concrete patio costs $12 to $25 a foot, and premium multi color patterns reach $20 to $33 in high cost metros. A 12 by 12 plain patio (144 square feet) runs about $900 to $1,700. A 300 square foot stamped patio runs $3,600 to $7,500. Angi's national average for a concrete patio is about $3,549, with most projects between $800 and $10,000. HomeGuide says a plain concrete patio costs $4 to $12 per square foot installed, and stamped runs $9 to $30.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide says a plain concrete patio costs $4 to $12 per square foot installed, and stamped runs $9 to $30. |
| Concrete Network | Concrete Network says a patio costs $5 to $18 per square foot, with a typical 288 square foot patio near $11 a foot. |
| JobSiteCalcs | JobSiteCalcs says plain concrete runs $6 to $10 per square foot installed and decorative finishes run $12 to $20. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| The finish | Plain broom finish is $6 to $12. Stained or colored is $8 to $15. Stamped is $12 to $25. Custom multi color stamped is $20 to $33. |
| Thickness | A 4 inch slab is standard. A 6 inch slab for heavy use adds about $1 a foot. |
| Site prep | Removing an old patio, grading, or hauling in base rock adds $1 to $5 a foot. |
| Size and shape | Small patios cost more per foot. Curves and steps cost more than a square. |
| Your region | The Northeast and West Coast run $8 to $14 for plain concrete. The South and Midwest are lower. |
What the price includes
An installed quote covers excavation, compacted gravel base, forms, rebar or mesh, the concrete pour, finishing and control joints. Stamped work adds color hardener, release agent, the stamping and a sealer. Old patio removal and permits are usually extra. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Pouring a small patio yourself can save money. JobSiteCalcs says materials for a typical 10 by 12 patio run $350 to $650, or $3 to $5 a square foot. The hard parts are grading, building forms, mixing or ordering concrete, and finishing it before it sets. Concrete cannot be fixed easily if you make a mistake. A bad slope can make water pool. Hire a pro for large patios, stamped or stained finishes, or sloped yards. A pro also knows how to place control joints that guide where cracks form.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for a price per square foot and a total, with prep, concrete and finish listed apart.
- Check the thickness, which is 4 inches for a patio, and ask about rebar or wire mesh.
- Ask about control joints, sealing and how long the concrete must cure.
- A fair quote names the finish, the slab size and who removes the old patio.
- Compare the total with the range above: $6 to $25 per square foot installed for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Pick a plain broom finish and add a border or a light stain. It looks finished for half the price of stamping.
- Pour at least 200 square feet. Trucks charge a short load fee for small pours.
- Do the demolition of the old patio yourself and have the crew haul it.
- Get your quote in late fall. Concrete crews slow down and discount before winter in northern states.
Why this costs more in 2026
Concrete is delivered by diesel truck, and diesel hit record prices after the oil shock that began in February 2026. Ready mix runs about $120 to $150 a cubic yard before delivery and short load fees. Cement, gravel and rebar all rose in 2025 and 2026, and concrete finishers are in short supply in most markets, so labor rates stay high.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from HomeGuide, Concrete Network and JobSiteCalcs. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does a concrete patio cost per square foot?
JobSiteCalcs says plain concrete runs $6 to $10 per square foot installed. HomeGuide says $4 to $12.
How much is a stamped concrete patio?
JobSiteCalcs says stamped concrete runs $12 to $20 per square foot. HomeGuide lists stamped at $9 to $30.
Is concrete cheaper than pavers?
Plain concrete is usually cheaper up front. Pavers are easier to fix when a section cracks or sinks.
How long does a concrete patio last?
A well made slab lasts for decades. Good drainage, a solid base and a sealer all help.