Concrete patio cost in Wichita, KS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,150 – $3,550
- Per sq ft
- $3.65 – $10.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #237
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour a concrete patio in Wichita, plan on $1,150 to $3,550 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $3.65 to $10.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 11% lower than the national one. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $23.45 an hour in the Wichita area, 14% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Wichita, KS, standard level
$1,850 to $2,850
About $5.75 to $8.55 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,100 |
| Labor | $850 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $260 |
| Total | $1,850 | $2,850 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Wichita, KS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $710 | $990 | $1,250 | 42% |
| Labor | $390 | $1,150 | $1,950 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $200 | $360 | 9% |
| Total | $1,150 | $2,350 | $3,550 | 100% |
Where the Wichita price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 4 trades: cement masons and concrete finishers at 50%, construction laborers at 30%, carpenters at 10%, operating engineers and other construction equipment operators at 10%. Weighted together, Wichita wages are 0.86 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (51% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Wichita metro is 94.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $990, compared with $1,050 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.9) and land at $45 to $360.
Why two Wichita quotes can differ
Size
Small patios carry fixed costs for forms and mobilization, so the per-square-foot price drops as the patio gets bigger.
Permit
Permits run $50-$400 where required. Many cities don't require one for a small at-grade patio.
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).
Related projects, priced for Wichita
Because every project leans on different trades, Wichita's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, paver patio runs −7% and concrete driveway −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,700 | −10% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,150 | −10% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,800 – $5,050 | −7% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,100 | −12% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | −9% |
Cost by quality level and size in Wichita
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Wichita 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 3 common sizes.
Basic
$1,150 to $2,100
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$1,850 to $2,850
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,600 to $3,550
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $410 – $810 | $710 – $1,100 | $1,000 – $1,400 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $740 – $1,400 | $1,250 – $1,900 | $1,750 – $2,400 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,700 | $3,350 – $4,600 |
Add-ons priced for Wichita
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Wichita by the average of the local wage index (0.86) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.90. 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 an acid or water-based stain | $810 – $2,700 |
Wichita labor market for concrete patio
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 Wichita is 0.86 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.45 an hour, which is 14% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $22.04 and $27.91 an hour. BLS counts 990 of them working in the area, 32.1 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 $19.89 an hour, 12% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.93 and $22.93 an hour. About 2,300 work in the metro. That is 74.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.49 an hour, which is 16% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.49 and $29.66 an hour. BLS counts 1,210 of them working in the area, 39.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.00 an hour, which is 17% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.50 and $28.54 an hour. BLS counts 1,150 of them working in the area, 37.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is deeper 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 ($27.91 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $110. At the 25th percentile ($22.04) it shrinks by about $35. The total moves by 4.7% or 1.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 308,570 jobs in the Wichita area. That makes it the 82nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.20% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $22.04 | $23.45 | $27.91 | $27.41 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.93 | $19.89 | $22.93 | $22.66 | 0.88 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.49 | $24.49 | $29.66 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $21.50 | $24.00 | $28.54 | $28.78 | 0.83 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Climate in Wichita: timing your concrete patio job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Wichita (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through June and September through October are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Wichita (5 of 12 months). January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; 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 July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Wichita gets about 34 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 13 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.0 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 65 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 | 44 | 23 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 49 | 26 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 59 | 36 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Apr | 68 | 45 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 78 | 56 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 88 | 66 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 93 | 70 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 69 | 4.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 83 | 60 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 71 | 47 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 35 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Dec | 46 | 25 | 1.2 | Cold |
Wichita against nearby metros and the rest of Kansas
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 300 sq ft range from $2,300 to $2,650 across Wichita and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita, KSthis page | $1,150 – $3,550 | $2,350 | |
| Tulsa, OK110 miles | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −1% |
| Topeka, KS125 miles | $1,150 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +5% |
| Oklahoma City, OK155 miles | $1,100 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −2% |
| Joplin, MO155 miles | $1,200 – $3,800 | $2,500 | +7% |
| Kansas City, MO175 miles | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | +13% |
| Kansas (statewide) | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,450 | +4% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +12% |
Across 300 US metros, Wichita comes in at #237 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $3,800; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $2,100 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Wichita is 4% below the Kansas figure.
Other Kansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $1,150 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +5% |
Cities with a workforce like Wichita's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Wichita against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +11% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | +3% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +17% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $1,200 – $3,800 | $2,500 | +6% |
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Concrete patio in Wichita: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Wichita?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,150 to $3,550 in the Wichita area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,850 to $2,850. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Wichita?
About $3.65 to $10.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $360 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Wichita or Tulsa?
Tulsa is 110 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,300, which is 1% less than Wichita ($2,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Wichita?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $1,150 out of $2,350. Materials are 42% and permits 9%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Wichita?
$740 to $2,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Wichita?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $360 for fees in the Wichita area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Wichita expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of Kansas?
Wichita is 4% below the Kansas statewide estimate ($2,450 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Kansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Wichita?
The BLS median is $23.45 an hour in the Wichita area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.04 to $27.91.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Wichita?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,150 to $2,100 and premium work $2,600 to $3,550. 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 Wichita?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through June 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 Wichita?
$810 to $2,700 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Wichita
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.