Concrete patio cost in Florence, SC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,150 – $3,600
- Per sq ft
- $3.70 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #231
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete patio in Florence, SC usually costs $1,150 to $3,600 for 300 sq ft. That works out to about $3.70 to $11 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $260 less. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.37 an hour in the Florence area, 18% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Florence, SC, standard level
$1,900 to $2,850
About $5.80 to $8.65 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $900 | $1,150 |
| Labor | $850 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $260 |
| Total | $1,900 | $2,850 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Florence, SC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $720 | $1,000 | $1,300 | 43% |
| Labor | $390 | $1,150 | $1,950 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $200 | $350 | 8% |
| Total | $1,150 | $2,350 | $3,600 | 100% |
Where the Florence 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 $22.37 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Florence is 0.86 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 49% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Florence is at 96.3 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 86.8: $45 to $350.
What local crews earn in Florence
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 Florence the blend is 0.86.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.37 an hour, 18% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.25 and $22.37 an hour. About 110 work in the metro. That is 12.4 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 $21.75 an hour, which is 4% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.11 and $26.11 an hour. BLS counts 650 of them working in the area, 73.0 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 $23.68 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.36 and $31.04 an hour. About 130 work in the metro. That is 14.6 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 $23.08 an hour, 20% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.08 and $27.20 an hour. About 250 work in the metro. That is 28.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (cement masons and concrete finishers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $0 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $100. That is a swing of roughly 4.3% to 0.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Florence has 89,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 221st 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% | $18.25 | $22.37 | $22.37 | $27.41 | 0.82 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.11 | $21.75 | $26.11 | $22.66 | 0.96 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $19.36 | $23.68 | $31.04 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.08 | $23.08 | $27.20 | $28.78 | 0.80 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Florence
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Florence. 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
$1,150 to $2,100
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$1,900 to $2,850
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,600 to $3,600
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $410 – $820 | $720 – $1,100 | $1,000 – $1,400 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $750 – $1,400 | $1,250 – $1,900 | $1,750 – $2,400 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,700 | $3,400 – $4,650 |
Why two Florence quotes can differ
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).
Site prep
Excavation, forms and a gravel base are the unglamorous part of the bill and vary most with soil and slope.
Add-ons priced for Florence
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.91 for Florence, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.86) 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 | $820 – $2,750 |
Florence against nearby metros and the rest of South Carolina
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Charleston is the priciest of the group at $2,450. Fayetteville is the cheapest at $2,250.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence, SCthis page | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | |
| Myrtle Beach, SC50 miles | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −3% |
| Columbia, SC70 miles | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | +2% |
| Fayetteville, NC75 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −5% |
| Charleston, SC80 miles | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +4% |
| Charlotte, NC90 miles | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,450 | +3% |
| South Carolina (statewide) | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | +1% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Florence ranks #231 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Florence is 1% below the South Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in South Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,400 | +2% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | +2% |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +4% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | level |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 146,260 jobs | $1,150 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −3% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,450 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Florence against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +17% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $1,300 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +20% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $1,150 – $3,700 | $2,450 | +3% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $1,100 – $3,300 | $2,200 | −7% |
Florence 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, Florence Rgnl 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 Florence are March through June and September through November: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and 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.
Florence gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (5.8 inches in July). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.0 and 2.6 inches. The station averages about 70 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 | 57 | 36 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 61 | 39 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 68 | 44 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 77 | 52 | 3.0 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 61 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 69 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 72 | 5.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 71 | 4.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 66 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 77 | 54 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 44 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 38 | 3.5 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Florence
Jobs that often go together with concrete patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Florence wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−7%) and concrete driveway lowest (−11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,750 | −9% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,200 | −9% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,000 | −8% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,800 | −9% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,850 | −7% |
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Concrete patio in Florence: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Florence?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,150 to $3,600 in the Florence area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,900 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 Florence?
About $3.70 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Florence or Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,300, which is 3% less than Florence ($2,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Florence?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $1,150 out of $2,350. Materials are 43% and permits 8%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Florence?
$750 to $2,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Florence?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $350 for fees in the Florence area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Florence expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of South Carolina?
Florence is 1% below the South Carolina statewide estimate ($2,400 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 Florence?
The BLS median is $22.37 an hour in the Florence area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.25 to $22.37.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Florence?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,150 to $2,100 and premium work $2,600 to $3,600. 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 Florence?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through June and September 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 an acid or water-based stain" add in Florence?
$820 to $2,750 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Florence
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.