Concrete driveway cost in Erie, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $3,650 – $9,200
- Per sq ft
- $6 – $15
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $6,450
- Rank of 300 metros
- #135
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a concrete driveway in the Erie area: $3,650 to $9,200 for 600 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint lands close to the US figure. Building materials run about 1% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 100.7).
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Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Erie, PA, standard level
$5,350 to $7,550
About $8.75 to $12.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 69% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,700 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $3,550 | $5,300 |
| Permits and fees | $85 | $140 |
| Total | $5,350 | $7,550 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Erie, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,400 | $1,900 | $2,400 | 30% |
| Labor | $2,250 | $4,400 | $6,600 | 69% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $110 | $180 | 2% |
| Total | $3,650 | $6,450 | $9,200 | 100% |
Where the Erie price comes from
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 $28.27 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Erie is 1.00 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 69% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Erie is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,900 nationally becomes $1,900 here (midpoint, 600 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.0: $45 to $180.
Optional extras in Erie
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.00 for Erie, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.00) and goods price index (1.01). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $600 – $1,800 |
| Remove the old driveway | $1,200 – $3,600 |
How Erie compares
Same job, same size (600 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Cleveland is the priciest of the group at $7,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie, PAthis page | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | |
| Youngstown, OH75 miles | $3,650 – $9,250 | $6,450 | level |
| Cleveland, OH75 miles | $3,900 – $10,100 | $7,000 | +9% |
| Buffalo, NY95 miles | $3,850 – $9,850 | $6,850 | +6% |
| Akron, OH95 miles | $3,850 – $9,950 | $6,900 | +8% |
| Pittsburgh, PA115 miles | $3,850 – $9,750 | $6,800 | +6% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $3,750 – $9,550 | $6,650 | +3% |
| United States | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | level |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Erie ranks #135 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Erie is 3% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $3,850 – $9,800 | $6,800 | +6% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $3,850 – $9,750 | $6,800 | +6% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $3,800 – $9,650 | $6,750 | +5% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $3,750 – $9,500 | $6,600 | +3% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $3,700 – $9,300 | $6,500 | +1% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $3,700 – $9,400 | $6,550 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Erie against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocala, FL | 120,980 jobs | $3,150 – $7,850 | $5,500 | −14% |
| Burlington, VT | 120,150 jobs | $3,750 – $9,600 | $6,700 | +4% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 121,790 jobs | $3,550 – $9,000 | $6,250 | −3% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $3,250 – $8,000 | $5,600 | −13% |
Who does the work: Erie trade wages
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 Erie the blend is 1.00.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $28.27 an hour, 3% above the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $22.98 and $29.08 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $22.35 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.41 and $26.60 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 44.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.90 an hour, 3% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $24.42 and $32.99 an hour. About 280 work in the metro. That is 23.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.33 an hour, 6% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.37 and $36.03 an hour. About 530 work in the metro. That is 44.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (cement masons and concrete finishers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $65 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $430. That is a swing of roughly 6.6% to 1.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Erie has 120,480 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 181st 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% | $22.98 | $28.27 | $29.08 | $27.41 | 1.03 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.41 | $22.35 | $26.60 | $22.66 | 0.99 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $24.42 | $27.90 | $32.99 | $28.78 | 0.97 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.37 | $27.33 | $36.03 | $29.12 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
The best months for concrete driveway in Erie
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Erie Intl Ap (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 Erie are May through October: 6 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, April, 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.
Erie gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 104 inches of snow. The wettest months are September, October and December (4.4 inches in October). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 5 days a year at 90°F or above.
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 | 35 | 21 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 21 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 44 | 28 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 57 | 38 | 3.5 | Cold |
| May | 68 | 49 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 59 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 64 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 57 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 46 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 37 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 40 | 28 | 4.2 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Erie bid
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.
Old driveway removal
Tearing out the old surface adds about $2-$6 per sq ft, and some cities want the haul-off documented.
Erie: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Erie. 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
$3,650 to $5,900
Plain gray, 4-inch broom finish, flat site
Standard
$5,350 to $7,550
5-inch with rebar and saw-cut joints, a border or one color
Premium
$7,000 to $9,200
6-inch for heavy vehicles, stamped or colored, grading needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $1,500 – $2,400 | $2,200 – $3,100 | $2,850 – $3,800 |
| 2-car (20x24), 480 sq ft | $2,950 – $4,750 | $4,300 – $6,050 | $5,600 – $7,400 |
| 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) | $3,650 – $5,900 | $5,350 – $7,550 | $7,000 – $9,200 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $5,450 – $8,750 | $7,950 – $11,300 | $10,400 – $13,700 |
Planning more than one job in Erie?
Jobs that often go together with concrete driveway are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Erie wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, stamped concrete comes out highest (+1%) and paver patio lowest (−2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,450 | level |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,100 | −1% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | level |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,000 | +1% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,950 – $5,300 | −2% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,000 | level |
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Concrete driveway in Erie: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete driveway in Erie?
For 600 sq ft, expect $3,650 to $9,200 in the Erie area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,350 to $7,550. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete driveway in Erie?
About $6 to $15 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 Erie or Youngstown?
Youngstown is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $6,450, which is 0% more than Erie ($6,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Erie?
About 69% at the midpoint, or $4,400 out of $6,450. Materials are 30% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 69%.
+What would 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) cost in Erie?
$3,650 to $9,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete driveway need a permit in Erie?
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 Erie area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Erie expensive for concrete driveway compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Erie is 3% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($6,650 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Erie?
The BLS median is $28.27 an hour in the Erie area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.98 to $29.08.
+What do basic and premium concrete driveway work cost in Erie?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $3,650 to $5,900 and premium work $7,000 to $9,200. 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 Erie?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through October. July and August 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 Erie?
$600 to $1,800 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete driveway near Erie
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.