Concrete patio cost in Allentown, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,300 – $4,150
- Per sq ft
- $4.10 – $12.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #84
- 1 = most expensive
Allentown homeowners pay roughly $1,300 to $4,150 to pour a concrete patio at 300 sq ft, or $4.10 to $12.50 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Allentown is 4% higher. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $30.28 an hour in the Allentown area, 10% above the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Allentown, PA, standard level
$2,150 to $3,300
About $6.65 to $10 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $940 | $1,200 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,850 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $290 |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,300 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Allentown, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $750 | $1,050 | $1,350 | 39% |
| Labor | $480 | $1,450 | $2,400 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $220 | $400 | 8% |
| Total | $1,300 | $2,750 | $4,150 | 100% |
Where the Allentown 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 $30.28 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Allentown is 1.07 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 53% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Allentown metro is 100.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $1,050, compared with $1,050 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.0) and land at $50 to $400.
Why two Allentown quotes can differ
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.
Permit
Permits run $50-$400 where required. Many cities don't require one for a small at-grade patio.
What nearby projects cost in Allentown
Because every project leans on different trades, Allentown's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs +5% and wood deck level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,550 – $5,350 | +3% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,300 | +4% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $3,050 – $5,550 | +2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,550 – $15,200 | level |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,800 – $9,650 | +5% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,550 | +2% |
When to schedule concrete patio in Allentown
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Allentown Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
May through October is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Allentown (6 of 12 months). 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.
Allentown gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 33 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (5.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 3.6 and 4.1 inches. The station averages about 18 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 | 38 | 22 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 42 | 23 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 51 | 31 | 3.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 63 | 40 | 3.7 | Cold |
| May | 74 | 51 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 60 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 65 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 63 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 55 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 34 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Dec | 43 | 27 | 3.9 | Cold |
Add-ons priced for Allentown
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Allentown by the average of the local wage index (1.07) and goods index (1.01), a factor of 1.04. 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 | $930 – $3,100 |
Cost by quality level and size in Allentown
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Allentown 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
$1,300 to $2,450
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$2,150 to $3,300
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$3,000 to $4,150
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $460 – $940 | $820 – $1,300 | $1,200 – $1,650 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $840 – $1,650 | $1,450 – $2,200 | $2,000 – $2,800 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,700 – $3,200 | $2,800 – $4,300 | $3,950 – $5,400 |
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 Allentown is 1.07 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $30.28 an hour, which is 10% above the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $25.23 and $33.46 an hour. BLS counts 220 of them working in the area, 5.8 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 $23.70 an hour, 5% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.27 and $30.00 an hour. About 1,670 work in the metro. That is 44.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $28.63 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.31 and $32.64 an hour. BLS counts 1,390 of them working in the area, 36.9 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 $30.31 an hour, which is 5% above the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $25.46 and $36.55 an hour. BLS counts 920 of them working in the area, 24.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), 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 ($33.46 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $80. At the 25th percentile ($25.23) it shrinks by about $120. The total moves by 2.9% or 4.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 377,180 jobs in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. That makes it the 69th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.24% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $25.23 | $30.28 | $33.46 | $27.41 | 1.10 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.27 | $23.70 | $30.00 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $23.31 | $28.63 | $32.64 | $29.12 | 0.98 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $25.46 | $30.31 | $36.55 | $28.78 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.07 | |||||
Allentown against nearby metros and the rest of Pennsylvania
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Trenton is the priciest of the group at $3,050. Scranton is the cheapest at $2,650.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PAthis page | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | |
| Reading, PA40 miles | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −2% |
| Scranton, PA45 miles | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −3% |
| Trenton, NJ50 miles | $1,400 – $4,700 | $3,050 | +12% |
| Philadelphia, PA60 miles | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | level |
| Lancaster, PA70 miles | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −2% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −1% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Allentown comes in at #84 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $3,800; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $2,100 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Allentown is 1% above the Pennsylvania figure.
Other Pennsylvania metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | level |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | level |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −2% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −3% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −2% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Allentown's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Allentown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $1,200 – $3,850 | $2,550 | −7% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −2% |
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −6% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $1,150 – $3,550 | $2,350 | −14% |
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Concrete patio in Allentown: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Allentown?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,300 to $4,150 in the Allentown area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,150 to $3,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Allentown?
About $4.10 to $12.50 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 Allentown or Reading?
Reading is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,650, which is 2% less than Allentown ($2,750). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Allentown?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $1,450 out of $2,750. Materials are 39% and permits 8%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Allentown?
$840 to $2,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Allentown?
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 Allentown area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Allentown expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Allentown is 1% above the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($2,700 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 Allentown?
The BLS median is $30.28 an hour in the Allentown area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.23 to $33.46.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Allentown?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,300 to $2,450 and premium work $3,000 to $4,150. 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 Allentown?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through October. May 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 Allentown?
$930 to $3,100 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Allentown
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.