Concrete driveway cost in Springfield, MO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $3,550 – $9,000
- Per sq ft
- $5.85 – $14.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $6,450
- Rank of 300 metros
- #153
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour a concrete driveway in Springfield, plan on $3,550 to $9,000 for 600 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $5.85 to $14.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.2).
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Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Springfield, MO, standard level
$5,200 to $7,350
About $8.50 to $12 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 70% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $1,950 |
| Labor | $3,500 | $5,250 |
| Permits and fees | $85 | $140 |
| Total | $5,200 | $7,350 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Springfield, MO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $1,800 | $2,250 | 28% |
| Labor | $2,200 | $4,400 | $6,550 | 70% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $110 | $180 | 2% |
| Total | $3,550 | $6,250 | $9,000 | 100% |
Why Springfield prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on cement masons and concrete finishers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.13 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Springfield is 0.99 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 70% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Springfield metro is 94.2 (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 (88.6) and land at $45 to $180.
Concrete driveway: what moves the price in Springfield
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).
Permits and the apron
A driveway permit is typically $50-$200 and is often required for new work. The apron where the driveway meets the street can need a separate right-of-way permit.
Thickness
HomeGuide prices a standard 4-inch driveway at $6-$15/sq ft and a 6-inch one, recommended for heavy vehicles, at $8-$20/sq ft.
Related projects, priced for Springfield
Because every project leans on different trades, Springfield's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, stamped concrete runs −3% and asphalt driveway −7%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,900 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,350 – $9,650 | −5% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $5,000 | −4% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,750 | −3% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,250 | −3% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,850 | −4% |
Optional extras in Springfield
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Springfield by the average of the local wage index (0.99) and goods index (0.94), 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 |
Climate in Springfield: timing your concrete driveway job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Springfield Wbo (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through October is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Springfield (7 of 12 months). January, February, March, 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.
Springfield gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and June (6.0 inches in May). Inside the workable window, August and October are the driest, at 3.6 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 38 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 | 43 | 23 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 48 | 26 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 58 | 35 | 3.7 | Cold |
| Apr | 67 | 44 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 56 | 6.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 64 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 68 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 88 | 67 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 81 | 58 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 46 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 35 | 3.6 | Cold |
| Dec | 46 | 27 | 2.6 | Cold |
Springfield: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Springfield 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
$5,200 to $7,350
5-inch with rebar and saw-cut joints, a border or one color
Premium
$6,800 to $9,000
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 – $4,600 | $4,150 – $5,900 | $5,450 – $7,250 |
| 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) | $3,550 – $5,700 | $5,200 – $7,350 | $6,800 – $9,000 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $5,300 – $8,550 | $7,750 – $11,000 | $10,200 – $13,400 |
Springfield 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 Springfield is 0.99 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $28.13 an hour, which is in line with the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $21.37 and $30.38 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 24.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $23.00 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.26 and $28.96 an hour. About 1,020 work in the metro. That is 45.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $25.64 an hour, which is 11% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $23.04 and $35.39 an hour. BLS counts 530 of them working in the area, 23.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $25.00 an hour, which is 14% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.89 and $31.04 an hour. BLS counts 920 of them working in the area, 41.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the cement masons and concrete finishers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($30.38 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $180. At the 25th percentile ($21.37) it shrinks by about $540. The total moves by 2.9% or 8.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 223,030 jobs in the Springfield area. That makes it the 108th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.14% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $21.37 | $28.13 | $30.38 | $27.41 | 1.03 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $19.26 | $23.00 | $28.96 | $22.66 | 1.02 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $23.04 | $25.64 | $35.39 | $28.78 | 0.89 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $21.89 | $25.00 | $31.04 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.99 | |||||
Is Springfield cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (600 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Jefferson City is the priciest of the group at $6,700. Fayetteville is the cheapest at $5,550.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MOthis page | $3,550 – $9,000 | $6,250 | |
| Joplin, MO75 miles | $3,500 – $8,900 | $6,200 | −1% |
| Fayetteville, AR100 miles | $3,200 – $7,950 | $5,550 | −11% |
| Jefferson City, MO105 miles | $3,800 – $9,650 | $6,700 | +7% |
| Columbia, MO115 miles | $3,700 – $9,500 | $6,600 | +5% |
| Kansas City, MO130 miles | $3,750 – $9,550 | $6,650 | +6% |
| Missouri (statewide) | $3,800 – $9,750 | $6,800 | +8% |
| United States | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | +3% |
Across 300 US metros, Springfield comes in at #153 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $10,000; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,950 (midpoints, 600 sq ft). Statewide, Springfield is 8% below the Missouri figure.
Other Missouri metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | 1,341,320 jobs | $4,150 – $10,700 | $7,450 | +19% |
| Kansas City, MO | 1,096,110 jobs | $3,750 – $9,550 | $6,650 | +6% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $3,700 – $9,500 | $6,600 | +5% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $3,500 – $8,900 | $6,200 | −1% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 80,220 jobs | $3,800 – $9,650 | $6,700 | +7% |
Cities with a workforce like Springfield's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Springfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne, IN | 225,520 jobs | $3,700 – $9,450 | $6,600 | +5% |
| Deltona, FL | 219,740 jobs | $3,300 – $8,150 | $5,700 | −9% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $3,200 – $8,000 | $5,600 | −11% |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 219,730 jobs | $3,700 – $9,450 | $6,550 | +5% |
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Concrete driveway in Springfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete driveway in Springfield?
For 600 sq ft, expect $3,550 to $9,000 in the Springfield area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,200 to $7,350. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete driveway in Springfield?
About $5.85 to $14.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $180 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $15.
+Is concrete driveway cheaper in Springfield or Joplin?
Joplin is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $6,200, which is 1% less than Springfield ($6,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Springfield?
About 70% at the midpoint, or $4,400 out of $6,250. Materials are 28% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 69%.
+What would 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) cost in Springfield?
$3,550 to $9,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete driveway need a permit in Springfield?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $180 for fees in the Springfield area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Springfield expensive for concrete driveway compared with the rest of Missouri?
Springfield is 8% below the Missouri statewide estimate ($6,800 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Missouri; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Springfield?
The BLS median is $28.13 an hour in the Springfield area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.37 to $30.38.
+What do basic and premium concrete driveway work cost in Springfield?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $3,550 to $5,700 and premium work $6,800 to $9,000. 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 Springfield?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. August and October 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 Springfield?
$580 to $1,750 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete driveway near Springfield
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.