Concrete driveway cost in Myrtle Beach, SC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $3,150 – $7,800
- Per sq ft
- $5.20 – $12.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −15%
- US $6,450
- Rank of 300 metros
- #264
- 1 = most expensive
Myrtle Beach homeowners pay roughly $3,150 to $7,800 to pour a concrete driveway at 600 sq ft, or $5.20 to $12.50 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Myrtle Beach is 15% lower. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.02 an hour in the Myrtle Beach area, 20% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Myrtle Beach, SC, standard level
$4,550 to $6,400
About $7.45 to $10.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 65% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,000 |
| Labor | $2,850 | $4,250 |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $150 |
| Total | $4,550 | $6,400 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Myrtle Beach, SC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,800 | $2,300 | 33% |
| Labor | $1,800 | $3,550 | $5,300 | 65% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $120 | $190 | 2% |
| Total | $3,150 | $5,500 | $7,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Myrtle Beach number
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, Myrtle Beach wages are 0.80 times the national level. Labor makes up about 65% of the midpoint estimate (69% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Myrtle Beach metro is 96.3 (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 (93.6) and land at $45 to $190.
Why two Myrtle Beach quotes can differ
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.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Myrtle Beach is 0.80 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $22.02 an hour, which is 20% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $19.44 and $30.23 an hour. BLS counts 110 of them working in the area, 7.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $18.37 an hour, 19% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.32 and $22.65 an hour. About 1,440 work in the metro. That is 98.5 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 $22.59 an hour, which is 22% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $19.93 and $23.83 an hour. BLS counts 980 of them working in the area, 67.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.96 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.40 and $27.34 an hour. BLS counts 510 of them working in the area, 34.9 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 ($30.23 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $660. At the 25th percentile ($19.44) it shrinks by about $210. The total moves by 12.1% or 3.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 146,260 jobs in the Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach area. That makes it the 157th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.09% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $19.44 | $22.02 | $30.23 | $27.41 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.32 | $18.37 | $22.65 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $19.93 | $22.59 | $23.83 | $28.78 | 0.78 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $20.40 | $22.96 | $27.34 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Myrtle Beach
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Myrtle Beach by the average of the local wage index (0.80) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.88. 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 | $530 – $1,600 |
| Remove the old driveway | $1,050 – $3,200 |
Planning more than one job in Myrtle Beach?
Because every project leans on different trades, Myrtle Beach's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, asphalt driveway runs −9% and paver patio −13%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,000 | −12% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,700 | −11% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,000 | −11% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,750 | −13% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,500 | −12% |
How Myrtle Beach compares
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Myrtle Beach. Fayetteville is the lowest at about $5,300 (midpoint, 600 sq ft), 80 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach, SCthis page | $3,150 – $7,800 | $5,500 | |
| Florence, SC50 miles | $3,300 – $8,150 | $5,700 | +4% |
| Wilmington, NC60 miles | $3,250 – $8,100 | $5,650 | +3% |
| Fayetteville, NC80 miles | $3,100 – $7,550 | $5,300 | −3% |
| Charleston, SC85 miles | $3,400 – $8,500 | $5,950 | +9% |
| Columbia, SC120 miles | $3,300 – $8,300 | $5,800 | +6% |
| South Carolina (statewide) | $3,300 – $8,250 | $5,800 | +6% |
| United States | $3,650 – $9,200 | $6,450 | +17% |
Across 300 US metros, Myrtle Beach comes in at #264 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $10,000; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,950 (midpoints, 600 sq ft). Statewide, Myrtle Beach is 5% below the South Carolina figure.
Other South Carolina metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $3,350 – $8,350 | $5,850 | +7% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $3,300 – $8,300 | $5,800 | +6% |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $3,400 – $8,500 | $5,950 | +9% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $3,300 – $8,150 | $5,700 | +4% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $3,300 – $8,150 | $5,700 | +4% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $3,350 – $8,400 | $5,850 | +7% |
Cities with a workforce like Myrtle Beach's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Myrtle Beach against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 148,660 jobs | $3,600 – $9,200 | $6,400 | +17% |
| Vallejo, CA | 144,130 jobs | $4,200 – $10,800 | $7,500 | +37% |
| Killeen, TX | 150,580 jobs | $3,150 – $7,800 | $5,450 | level |
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 jobs | $3,500 – $8,850 | $6,150 | +13% |
Myrtle Beach: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Myrtle Beach 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
$3,150 to $5,000
Plain gray, 4-inch broom finish, flat site
Standard
$4,550 to $6,400
5-inch with rebar and saw-cut joints, a border or one color
Premium
$5,950 to $7,800
6-inch for heavy vehicles, stamped or colored, grading needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $1,300 – $2,050 | $1,850 – $2,650 | $2,450 – $3,250 |
| 2-car (20x24), 480 sq ft | $2,550 – $4,050 | $3,650 – $5,150 | $4,800 – $6,250 |
| 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) | $3,150 – $5,000 | $4,550 – $6,400 | $5,950 – $7,800 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $4,700 – $7,450 | $6,800 – $9,550 | $8,850 – $11,600 |
When to schedule concrete driveway in Myrtle Beach
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Myrtle Beach (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Myrtle Beach (9 of 12 months). January, February 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.
Myrtle Beach gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (6.8 inches in September). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 22 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 | 56 | 34 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 58 | 36 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 64 | 42 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 72 | 51 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 79 | 60 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 68 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 72 | 6.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 87 | 70 | 6.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 65 | 6.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 54 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 66 | 42 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 36 | 3.8 | Cold |
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Concrete driveway in Myrtle Beach: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete driveway in Myrtle Beach?
For 600 sq ft, expect $3,150 to $7,800 in the Myrtle Beach area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,550 to $6,400. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete driveway in Myrtle Beach?
About $5.20 to $12.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $190 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $15.
+Is concrete driveway cheaper in Myrtle Beach or Florence?
Florence is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $5,700, which is 4% more than Myrtle Beach ($5,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Myrtle Beach?
About 65% at the midpoint, or $3,550 out of $5,500. Materials are 33% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 69%.
+What would 2-car + apron (600 sq ft) cost in Myrtle Beach?
$3,150 to $7,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete driveway need a permit in Myrtle Beach?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $190 for fees in the Myrtle Beach area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Myrtle Beach expensive for concrete driveway compared with the rest of South Carolina?
Myrtle Beach is 5% below the South Carolina statewide estimate ($5,800 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in South Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Myrtle Beach?
The BLS median is $22.02 an hour in the Myrtle Beach area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.44 to $30.23.
+What do basic and premium concrete driveway work cost in Myrtle Beach?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $3,150 to $5,000 and premium work $5,950 to $7,800. 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 Myrtle Beach?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. 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 Myrtle Beach?
$530 to $1,600 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete driveway near Myrtle Beach
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.