Concrete patio cost in Santa Fe, NM
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,200 – $3,750
- Per sq ft
- $3.75 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #183
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete patio in Santa Fe, NM usually costs $1,200 to $3,750 for 300 sq ft. That works out to about $3.75 to $11 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $170 less. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $24.73 an hour in the Santa Fe area, 10% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Santa Fe, NM, standard level
$1,950 to $2,950
About $5.95 to $8.90 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $890 | $1,100 |
| Labor | $890 | $1,550 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $290 |
| Total | $1,950 | $2,950 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Santa Fe, NM
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $720 | $1,000 | $1,300 | 41% |
| Labor | $410 | $1,200 | $2,050 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $220 | $400 | 9% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,450 | $3,750 | 100% |
What is behind the Santa Fe number
Labor is 50% 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 Santa Fe the blended ratio comes out at 0.90.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Santa Fe is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,050 nationally becomes $1,000 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 98.8: $50 to $400.
Santa Fe weather and the concrete patio calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Santa Fe 2 (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 Santa Fe are May through September: 5 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, April, October, 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.
Santa Fe gets about 13 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 20 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (2.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and June are the driest, at 0.9 and 0.9 inches. The station averages about 24 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 | 43 | 18 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 48 | 21 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 57 | 26 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Apr | 64 | 32 | 0.6 | Cold |
| May | 74 | 41 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 50 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 55 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 54 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 47 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 35 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Nov | 53 | 24 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 43 | 18 | 0.8 | Cold |
Cost by quality level and size in Santa Fe
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Santa Fe. 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
$1,200 to $2,200
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$1,950 to $2,950
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,700 to $3,750
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $430 – $860 | $750 – $1,200 | $1,050 – $1,500 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $770 – $1,450 | $1,300 – $2,000 | $1,800 – $2,550 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,550 – $2,850 | $2,550 – $3,850 | $3,500 – $4,850 |
What local crews earn in Santa Fe
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 Santa Fe the blend is 0.90.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $24.73 an hour, 10% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $21.35 and $26.07 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 13.0 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 $20.18 an hour, which is 11% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.99 and $22.67 an hour. BLS counts 530 of them working in the area, 85.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.57 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.73 and $29.66 an hour. About 210 work in the metro. That is 34.0 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 $25.00 an hour, 13% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $23.20 and $28.24 an hour. About 140 work in the metro. That is 22.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so expect fewer 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 $35 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $85. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 1.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Santa Fe has 61,770 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 282nd 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% | $21.35 | $24.73 | $26.07 | $27.41 | 0.90 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.99 | $20.18 | $22.67 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $23.73 | $28.57 | $29.66 | $29.12 | 0.98 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $23.20 | $25.00 | $28.24 | $28.78 | 0.87 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Extras that change the Santa Fe total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.93 for Santa Fe, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.90) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add an acid or water-based stain | $840 – $2,800 |
Is Santa Fe cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Colorado Springs is the priciest of the group at $2,600. Amarillo is the cheapest at $2,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NMthis page | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,450 | |
| Albuquerque, NM40 miles | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −1% |
| Pueblo, CO200 miles | $1,200 – $3,850 | $2,550 | +3% |
| Las Cruces, NM225 miles | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −5% |
| Amarillo, TX230 miles | $1,100 – $3,450 | $2,300 | −7% |
| Colorado Springs, CO240 miles | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +6% |
| New Mexico (statewide) | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,400 | −3% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Santa Fe ranks #183 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Santa Fe is 3% above the New Mexico figure.
Elsewhere in New Mexico
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 404,700 jobs | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −1% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Santa Fe against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $1,200 – $3,850 | $2,550 | +3% |
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $1,150 – $3,450 | $2,300 | −6% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −8% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $1,100 – $3,300 | $2,200 | −10% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Santa Fe bid
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.
Planning more than one job in Santa Fe?
Jobs that often go together with concrete patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Santa Fe wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, wood deck comes out highest (−4%) and paver patio lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,300 – $4,900 | −6% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,400 | −7% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,000 | −8% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,250 – $14,600 | −4% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,450 | −8% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,950 | −6% |
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Concrete patio in Santa Fe: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Santa Fe?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,200 to $3,750 in the Santa Fe area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,950 to $2,950. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Santa Fe?
About $3.75 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Santa Fe or Albuquerque?
Albuquerque is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,400, which is 1% less than Santa Fe ($2,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Santa Fe?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $2,450. Materials are 41% and permits 9%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Santa Fe?
$770 to $2,550. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Santa Fe?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $400 for fees in the Santa Fe area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Santa Fe expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of New Mexico?
Santa Fe is 3% above the New Mexico statewide estimate ($2,400 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in New Mexico; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Santa Fe?
The BLS median is $24.73 an hour in the Santa Fe area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.35 to $26.07.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Santa Fe?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,200 and premium work $2,700 to $3,750. 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 Santa Fe?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through September. May and June 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 Santa Fe?
$840 to $2,800 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Santa Fe
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.