Concrete driveway cost in Tucson, AZ
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $3,550 – $8,900
- Per sq ft
- $5.80 – $14.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $6,450
- Rank of 300 metros
- #157
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour a concrete driveway in Tucson, plan on $3,550 to $8,900 for 600 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $5.80 to $14.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 3% lower than the national one. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $27.64 an hour in the Tucson area, 1% above the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Tucson, AZ, standard level
$5,150 to $7,300
About $8.40 to $12 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 69% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,000 |
| Labor | $3,400 | $5,100 |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $150 |
| Total | $5,150 | $7,300 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Tucson, AZ
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,800 | $2,300 | 29% |
| Labor | $2,150 | $4,250 | $6,400 | 69% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $120 | $190 | 2% |
| Total | $3,550 | $6,200 | $8,900 | 100% |
Why Tucson prices look the way they do
Labor is 69% of the midpoint bill here, against 69% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is cement masons and concrete finishers (50%), construction laborers (30%), operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (10%), carpenters (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Tucson the blended ratio comes out at 0.97.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Tucson metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 600 sq ft comes to $1,800, compared with $1,900 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (96.9) and land at $50 to $190.
Add-ons priced for Tucson
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Tucson by the average of the local wage index (0.97) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.97. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $580 – $1,750 |
| Remove the old driveway | $1,150 – $3,500 |
Pick a size, pick a tier: concrete driveway pricing in Tucson
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Tucson wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$3,550 to $5,700
Plain gray, 4-inch broom finish, flat site
Standard
$5,150 to $7,300
5-inch with rebar and saw-cut joints, a border or one color
Premium
$6,750 to $8,900
6-inch for heavy vehicles, stamped or colored, grading needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $1,450 – $2,350 | $2,100 – $3,000 | $2,800 – $3,700 |
| 2-car (20x24), 480 sq ft | $2,850 – $4,550 | $4,150 – $5,850 | $5,450 – $7,150 |
| 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) | $3,550 – $5,700 | $5,150 – $7,300 | $6,750 – $8,900 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $5,250 – $8,450 | $7,650 – $10,900 | $10,100 – $13,300 |
Tucson labor market for concrete driveway
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 4 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Tucson is 0.97 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $27.64 an hour, which is in line with the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $23.52 and $28.58 an hour. BLS counts 590 of them working in the area, 15.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $21.66 an hour, 4% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.18 and $23.05 an hour. About 3,410 work in the metro. That is 87.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.93 an hour, which is in line with the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.71 and $29.59 an hour. BLS counts 1,130 of them working in the area, 29.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is about average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.61 an hour, which is 19% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.31 and $28.94 an hour. BLS counts 1,380 of them working in the area, 35.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the cement masons and concrete finishers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.58 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $75. At the 25th percentile ($23.52) it shrinks by about $330. The total moves by 1.2% or 5.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 389,630 jobs in the Tucson area. That makes it the 68th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.25% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $23.52 | $27.64 | $28.58 | $27.41 | 1.01 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.18 | $21.66 | $23.05 | $22.66 | 0.96 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.71 | $27.93 | $29.59 | $28.78 | 0.97 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.31 | $23.61 | $28.94 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Tucson 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).
What nearby projects cost in Tucson
Because every project leans on different trades, Tucson's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, stamped concrete runs −2% and paver patio −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,150 | −3% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,800 | −4% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $5,000 | −3% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | −2% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,150 | −5% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,850 | −3% |
Climate in Tucson: timing your concrete driveway job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Tucson Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
October through April is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Tucson (7 of 12 months). May, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in May, June, July, August and September, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Tucson gets about 11 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (2.2 inches in July). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 0.2 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 158 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 67 | 41 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 69 | 43 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 76 | 48 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 53 | 0.2 | Workable |
| May | 92 | 62 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Jun | 101 | 71 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Jul | 100 | 76 | 2.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 99 | 75 | 2.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 95 | 70 | 1.3 | Hot |
| Oct | 86 | 59 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 75 | 48 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 66 | 41 | 1.0 | Workable |
Tucson against nearby metros and the rest of Arizona
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Tucson. Yuma is the lowest at about $5,800 (midpoint, 600 sq ft), 130 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson, AZthis page | $3,550 – $8,900 | $6,200 | |
| Phoenix, AZ75 miles | $3,650 – $9,250 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Yuma, AZ130 miles | $3,300 – $8,250 | $5,800 | −7% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ180 miles | $3,400 – $8,600 | $6,000 | −3% |
| El Centro, CA215 miles | $3,800 – $9,600 | $6,700 | +8% |
| Flagstaff, AZ255 miles | $3,600 – $9,100 | $6,350 | +2% |
| Arizona (statewide) | $3,600 – $9,150 | $6,400 | +3% |
| United States | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | +3% |
Across 300 US metros, Tucson comes in at #157 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $10,000; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,950 (midpoints, 600 sq ft). Statewide, Tucson is 3% below the Arizona figure.
Other Arizona metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZ | 2,375,760 jobs | $3,650 – $9,250 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $3,400 – $8,600 | $6,000 | −3% |
| Yuma, AZ | 68,880 jobs | $3,300 – $8,250 | $5,800 | −7% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 jobs | $3,600 – $9,100 | $6,350 | +2% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $3,350 – $8,350 | $5,850 | −6% |
Cities with a workforce like Tucson's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Tucson against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $3,550 – $8,950 | $6,250 | +1% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $3,800 – $9,650 | $6,750 | +9% |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $3,400 – $8,500 | $5,950 | −4% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $3,750 – $9,600 | $6,700 | +8% |
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Concrete driveway in Tucson: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete driveway in Tucson?
For 600 sq ft, expect $3,550 to $8,900 in the Tucson area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,150 to $7,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete driveway in Tucson?
About $5.80 to $14.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $190 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $15.
+Is concrete driveway cheaper in Tucson or Phoenix?
Phoenix is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $6,450, which is 4% more than Tucson ($6,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Tucson?
About 69% at the midpoint, or $4,250 out of $6,200. Materials are 29% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 69%.
+What would 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) cost in Tucson?
$3,550 to $8,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete driveway need a permit in Tucson?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $190 for fees in the Tucson area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Tucson expensive for concrete driveway compared with the rest of Arizona?
Tucson is 3% below the Arizona statewide estimate ($6,400 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Arizona; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Tucson?
The BLS median is $27.64 an hour in the Tucson area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.52 to $28.58.
+What do basic and premium concrete driveway work cost in Tucson?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $3,550 to $5,700 and premium work $6,750 to $8,900. 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 Tucson?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through April. April and November 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 Tucson?
$580 to $1,750 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete driveway near Tucson
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.