Concrete driveway cost in Anchorage, AK
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $4,650 – $12,100
- Per sq ft
- $7.70 – $20
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +31%
- US $6,450
- Rank of 300 metros
- #5
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete driveway in Anchorage, AK usually costs $4,650 to $12,100 for 600 sq ft. That works out to about $7.70 to $20 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,950 more. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $44.35 an hour in the Anchorage area, 62% above the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Anchorage, AK, standard level
$6,900 to $9,900
About $11.50 to $16 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 74% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,800 | $2,250 |
| Labor | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Permits and fees | $100 | $160 |
| Total | $6,900 | $9,900 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Anchorage, AK
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,500 | $2,050 | $2,600 | 24% |
| Labor | $3,150 | $6,250 | $9,350 | 74% |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 | $210 | 2% |
| Total | $4,650 | $8,400 | $12,100 | 100% |
Why Anchorage prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 4 trades: cement masons and concrete finishers at 50%, construction laborers at 30%, operating engineers and other construction equipment operators at 10%, carpenters at 10%. Weighted together, Anchorage wages are 1.41 times the national level. Labor makes up about 74% of the midpoint estimate (69% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Anchorage is at 107.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,900 nationally becomes $2,050 here (midpoint, 600 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 105.4: $55 to $210.
Specs and site conditions that change a Anchorage bid
Old driveway removal
Tearing out the old surface adds about $2-$6 per sq ft, and some cities want the haul-off documented.
Grading and drainage
Professional grading runs $3-$8 per sq ft or $700-$2,500 for a typical job. A sloped lot or poor soil raises it.
Finish
Decorative driveways run $10-$25 per sq ft installed: colors and borders at $10-$15, stamped patterns at $15-$20, and high-end finishes at $20-$25+ (HomeGuide).
Anchorage weather and the concrete driveway calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Eagle Rvr Nature Ctr (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Anchorage are June through August: 3 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
Anchorage gets about 23 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are August, September and October (3.6 inches in September). Inside the workable window, June and July are the driest, at 1.3 and 1.7 inches.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21 | 6 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 28 | 12 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 35 | 15 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 47 | 27 | 0.8 | Cold |
| May | 58 | 36 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Jun | 65 | 44 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 67 | 48 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 65 | 45 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 56 | 37 | 3.6 | Cold |
| Oct | 42 | 26 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Nov | 26 | 13 | 1.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 23 | 9 | 2.0 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Anchorage
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 4 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Anchorage the blend is 1.41.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $44.35 an hour, 62% above the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $44.33 and $53.55 an hour. About 160 work in the metro. That is 9.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $27.00 an hour, which is 19% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.90 and $34.85 an hour. BLS counts 1,860 of them working in the area, 105.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $36.79 an hour, 28% above the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $32.05 and $46.54 an hour. About 980 work in the metro. That is 55.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $35.00 an hour, 20% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.72 and $44.15 an hour. About 1,460 work in the metro. That is 82.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (cement masons and concrete finishers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $740 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $0. That is a swing of roughly 0.0% to 8.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Anchorage has 177,050 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 131st by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $44.33 | $44.35 | $53.55 | $27.41 | 1.62 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.90 | $27.00 | $34.85 | $22.66 | 1.19 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $32.05 | $36.79 | $46.54 | $28.78 | 1.28 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $28.72 | $35.00 | $44.15 | $29.12 | 1.20 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.41 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Anchorage
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.24 for Anchorage, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.41) and goods price index (1.07). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $750 – $2,250 |
| Remove the old driveway | $1,500 – $4,500 |
What nearby projects cost in Anchorage
Jobs that often go together with concrete driveway are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Anchorage wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, stamped concrete comes out highest (+26%) and paver patio lowest (+11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $8,900 | +19% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,900 – $11,800 | +15% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $6,250 | +21% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $4,000 – $10,100 | +26% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $3,350 – $6,050 | +11% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,500 – $5,050 | +25% |
Anchorage: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Anchorage. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft to 3-car (900 sq ft).
Basic
$4,650 to $7,650
Plain gray, 4-inch broom finish, flat site
Standard
$6,900 to $9,900
5-inch with rebar and saw-cut joints, a border or one color
Premium
$9,150 to $12,100
6-inch for heavy vehicles, stamped or colored, grading needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $1,900 – $3,150 | $2,800 – $4,050 | $3,750 – $5,000 |
| 2-car (20x24), 480 sq ft | $3,750 – $6,150 | $5,550 – $7,950 | $7,350 – $9,750 |
| 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) | $4,650 – $7,650 | $6,900 – $9,900 | $9,150 – $12,100 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $7,000 – $11,400 | $10,300 – $14,800 | $13,600 – $18,100 |
Is Anchorage cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Anchorage. Spokane is the lowest at about $7,450 (midpoint, 600 sq ft), 1570 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AKthis page | $4,650 – $12,100 | $8,400 | |
| Bellingham, WA1410 miles | $4,450 – $11,500 | $7,950 | −5% |
| Bremerton, WA1450 miles | $4,300 – $11,100 | $7,700 | −8% |
| Seattle, WA1480 miles | $4,550 – $11,800 | $8,150 | −3% |
| Olympia, WA1485 miles | $4,350 – $11,200 | $7,750 | −8% |
| Spokane, WA1570 miles | $4,200 – $10,700 | $7,450 | −11% |
| Alaska (statewide) | $4,700 – $12,200 | $8,450 | +1% |
| United States | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | −23% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Anchorage ranks #5 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Anchorage is 1% below the Alaska figure.
Anchorage is the only Alaska metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Anchorage against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 178,590 jobs | $3,350 – $8,400 | $5,900 | −30% |
| Reading, PA | 174,670 jobs | $3,700 – $9,400 | $6,550 | −22% |
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $3,300 – $8,250 | $5,750 | −31% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $3,850 – $9,950 | $6,900 | −18% |
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Concrete driveway in Anchorage: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete driveway in Anchorage?
For 600 sq ft, expect $4,650 to $12,100 in the Anchorage area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,900 to $9,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete driveway in Anchorage?
About $7.70 to $20 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $55 to $210 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $15.
+Is concrete driveway cheaper in Anchorage or Bellingham?
Bellingham is 1410 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $7,950, which is 5% less than Anchorage ($8,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Anchorage?
About 74% at the midpoint, or $6,250 out of $8,400. Materials are 24% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 69%.
+What would 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) cost in Anchorage?
$4,650 to $12,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete driveway need a permit in Anchorage?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $55 to $210 for fees in the Anchorage area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Anchorage expensive for concrete driveway compared with the rest of Alaska?
Anchorage is 1% below the Alaska statewide estimate ($8,450 at the midpoint).
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Anchorage?
The BLS median is $44.35 an hour in the Anchorage area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $44.33 to $53.55.
+What do basic and premium concrete driveway work cost in Anchorage?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $4,650 to $7,650 and premium work $9,150 to $12,100. Basic means: plain gray, 4-inch broom finish, flat site. Premium means: 6-inch for heavy vehicles, stamped or colored, grading needed.
+When is the best time to pour a concrete driveway in Anchorage?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are June through August. June and July are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add rebar reinforcement" add in Anchorage?
$750 to $2,250 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete driveway near Anchorage
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Concrete Driveway Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- SimplyWise: Concrete Estimate Template: Free PDF + Excel (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = SimplyWise's sample 600 sq ft, 4-inch driveway line ($1,400-$2,400 in materials) divided by 600 sq ft.