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Concrete Patio Cost
See what a concrete patio typically costs installed per square foot, then size yours to find the cubic yards, bags and ready-mix cost. Want local contractors to price it? Use the quote form below the results.
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How much does a concrete patio cost?
Published 2026 cost guides put a plain concrete patio at roughly $5 to $12 per square foot installed, with a broom finish at the low end and stamped, colored or exposed-aggregate finishes much higher. A 12 × 12 ft patio (144 sq ft) is about $720 to $1,730, a 10 × 10 ft patio about $500 to $1,200, a 12 × 16 ft patio about $960 to $2,300 and a 16 × 20 ft patio (320 sq ft) about $1,600 to $3,840 installed.
What changes the price of a patio
Size, thickness (4 inches is usual for a patio), the finish, a gravel base and forms, grading and drainage, steps or a retaining edge, how much grass or old paving has to be removed, and local labor rates. Smaller patios cost more per square foot because the fixed costs are spread over fewer feet.
Material cost: a worked example
A 12 × 12 ft patio at 4 inches with 10% waste needs about 1.96 cubic yards. At $160 per cubic yard of ready-mix that is about $313 of concrete, delivery and minimum-load fees extra. Mixing it yourself takes 88 bags of 80 lb, about $616 at $7 each. Bags avoid delivery minimums on small jobs, but 88 bags is a lot of mixing, so many people order a truck.
DIY or hire a pro
A patio is one of the more approachable pours, but you need forms, a level base, helpers and the finishing tools, and the concrete will not wait. Use the quote form below the results to send your size to up to two local contractors, and compare their written quotes: thickness, base, finish and cleanup.
About these numbers
The installed price ranges summarize published cost guides checked in October 2026 and vary by region. The calculator prices the concrete only; your local written quotes decide the real cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a concrete patio cost per square foot?
About $5 to $12 per square foot installed for a plain broom-finish patio in most guides. Stamped, colored or decorative finishes cost more, and small patios cost more per square foot.
How much does a 12 × 12 concrete patio cost?
A 12 × 12 ft patio is 144 sq ft, so about $720 to $1,730 installed at $5 to $12 per square foot. The concrete alone is about $313 as ready-mix at $160 per cubic yard.
How thick should a concrete patio be?
Four inches is the usual thickness for a patio. Thicker slabs are used for heavy loads such as a hot tub or vehicles. Ask a local contractor about your soil and climate.
How many bags of concrete for a patio?
A 12 × 12 ft patio at 4 inches with 10% waste takes about 88 bags of 80 lb mix. Enter your own size and bag size above to see your count.
Is it cheaper to pour a patio myself?
Doing it yourself saves the labor, which is most of the installed price, but it takes forms, tools, helpers and good timing. Compare your material cost with local quotes before deciding.
How accurate is this estimate?
It is a planning estimate, not an order. Bag yields, material density and waste vary by product, supplier and job, so confirm quantities with your supplier and check local building codes before you buy or pour.
Are my measurements saved?
No. Everything is calculated in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.
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