Concrete patio cost in Jonesboro, AR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,050 – $3,250
- Per sq ft
- $3.45 – $9.70
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −18%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #297
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a concrete patio in the Jonesboro area: $1,050 to $3,250 for 300 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 18% lower than the US figure. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $18.77 an hour in the Jonesboro area, 32% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Jonesboro, AR, standard level
$1,750 to $2,600
About $5.30 to $7.85 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,100 |
| Labor | $730 | $1,250 |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $250 |
| Total | $1,750 | $2,600 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Jonesboro, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $700 | $980 | $1,250 | 45% |
| Labor | $330 | $990 | $1,650 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $190 | $340 | 9% |
| Total | $1,050 | $2,150 | $3,250 | 100% |
Where the Jonesboro price comes from
Labor is 46% of the midpoint bill here, against 51% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is cement masons and concrete finishers (50%), construction laborers (30%), carpenters (10%), operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Jonesboro the blended ratio comes out at 0.73.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Jonesboro is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,050 nationally becomes $980 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 85.9: $45 to $340.
How Jonesboro compares
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Springfield is the priciest of the group at $2,550.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, ARthis page | $1,050 – $3,250 | $2,150 | |
| Memphis, TN65 miles | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,450 | +12% |
| Jackson, TN100 miles | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | +7% |
| Little Rock, AR120 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | +4% |
| Springfield, MO180 miles | $1,200 – $3,850 | $2,550 | +17% |
| Clarksville, TN180 miles | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | +9% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | +4% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +21% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Jonesboro ranks #297 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Jonesboro is 4% below the Arkansas figure.
Elsewhere in Arkansas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | +4% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $1,100 – $3,500 | $2,300 | +7% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $1,050 – $3,200 | $2,150 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jonesboro against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $1,250 – $4,250 | $2,750 | +28% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60,280 jobs | $1,200 – $3,800 | $2,500 | +16% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $1,100 – $3,300 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $1,100 – $3,450 | $2,300 | +5% |
Related projects, priced for Jonesboro
Jobs that often go together with concrete patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Jonesboro wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−12%) and concrete driveway lowest (−20%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,050 – $4,450 | −15% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,600 | −17% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,700 | −13% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,400 – $12,900 | −15% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,250 | −20% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,700 – $6,450 | −12% |
Who does the work: Jonesboro 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 Jonesboro the blend is 0.73.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $18.77 an hour, 32% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $17.25 and $22.78 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 14.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $18.26 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.23 and $20.53 an hour. BLS counts 390 of them working in the area, 64.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $21.13 an hour, 27% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.07 and $24.23 an hour. About 110 work in the metro. That is 18.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $21.92 an hour, 24% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $18.23 and $23.12 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 39.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 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 $100 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $35. That is a swing of roughly 1.7% to 4.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Jonesboro has 60,620 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 286th 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% | $17.25 | $18.77 | $22.78 | $27.41 | 0.68 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $16.23 | $18.26 | $20.53 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $19.07 | $21.13 | $24.23 | $29.12 | 0.73 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $18.23 | $21.92 | $23.12 | $28.78 | 0.76 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.73 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: concrete patio pricing in Jonesboro
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Jonesboro. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 10x10 (100 sq ft) to 20x20 (400 sq ft).
Basic
$1,050 to $1,950
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$1,750 to $2,600
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,400 to $3,250
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $390 – $760 | $670 – $1,050 | $940 – $1,300 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $700 – $1,300 | $1,150 – $1,750 | $1,600 – $2,200 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,400 – $2,550 | $2,250 – $3,400 | $3,100 – $4,250 |
Optional extras in Jonesboro
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.83 for Jonesboro, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.73) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add an acid or water-based stain | $750 – $2,500 |
Why two Jonesboro quotes can differ
Finish
Plain concrete is $4-$12 per sq ft and a broom finish $6-$13; designs with several colors and decorative finishes run up to about $28 (HomeGuide).
Site prep
Excavation, forms and a gravel base are the unglamorous part of the bill and vary most with soil and slope.
Size
Small patios carry fixed costs for forms and mobilization, so the per-square-foot price drops as the patio gets bigger.
The best months for concrete patio in Jonesboro
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Jonesboro Muni 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 Jonesboro are March through May and September through October: 5 of 12. Outside them, January, February, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
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.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in June, July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Jonesboro gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.8 inches. The station averages about 66 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 | 47 | 31 | 3.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 52 | 34 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 61 | 41 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 71 | 50 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 60 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 68 | 3.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 72 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 70 | 3.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 62 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 51 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 40 | 4.4 | Cold |
| Dec | 50 | 33 | 4.5 | Cold |
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Concrete patio in Jonesboro: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Jonesboro?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,050 to $3,250 in the Jonesboro area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,750 to $2,600. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Jonesboro?
About $3.45 to $9.70 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $340 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Jonesboro or Memphis?
Memphis is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,450, which is 12% more than Jonesboro ($2,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jonesboro?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $990 out of $2,150. Materials are 45% and permits 9%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Jonesboro?
$700 to $2,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Jonesboro?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $340 for fees in the Jonesboro area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jonesboro expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Jonesboro is 4% below the Arkansas statewide estimate ($2,250 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Jonesboro?
The BLS median is $18.77 an hour in the Jonesboro area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.25 to $22.78.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Jonesboro?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,050 to $1,950 and premium work $2,400 to $3,250. Basic means: plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard. Premium means: exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work.
+When is the best time to pour a concrete patio in Jonesboro?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through May and September through October. September 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 an acid or water-based stain" add in Jonesboro?
$750 to $2,500 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Jonesboro
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 Patio Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- SimplyWise: Concrete Estimate Template: Free PDF + Excel (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Stamped Concrete Cost? (2026) (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 200 sq ft broom-finish patio line ($500-$900 in materials) divided by 200 sq ft.