Concrete cost estimator
Estimates a slab from volume and rates you set. Ready-mix pricing varies by nearly two to one across published sources — roughly $110 to $205 per cubic yard, with most of the US between $130 and $180. The default here is mid-range; replace it with your actual quote.
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This calculator needs JavaScript. The reference table below covers the common cases.
| Finish | Cost per ft² |
|---|---|
| Plain slab | $6–10.50 |
| Walkway | $6–12 |
| Basic decorative | $10–15 |
| Stamped | $10–20 |
| High-end decorative | $20–25+ |
The formula
(cubic yards × price per yard) + (square feet × labor per ft²) = total
Worked example
A 20 × 24 ft slab at 4 in is 6.5 yd³ with waste. At $165/yd³ that is $1,073 of material; at $4/ft² labor, $1,920 — about $2,993.
Reference table
| Finish | Cost per ft² |
|---|---|
| Plain slab | $6–10.50 |
| Walkway | $6–12 |
| Basic decorative | $10–15 |
| Stamped | $10–20 |
| High-end decorative | $20–25+ |
Assumptions
- Material price is an estimate. Sources disagree; see our methodology on the cost hub.
- Labor rate excludes excavation, base material, forms, reinforcement, and finishing upgrades.
- Decorative work — stamping, staining, polishing — costs materially more per square foot.
- Does not include permit fees, which vary by jurisdiction.