Concrete patio cost in Dallas, TX
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
- $3.90 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #173
- 1 = most expensive
Dallas homeowners pay roughly $1,200 to $3,750 to pour a concrete patio at 300 sq ft, or $3.90 to $11 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Dallas is 5% lower. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $23.45 an hour in the Dallas area, 14% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Dallas, TX, standard level
$2,000 to $3,000
About $6.05 to $9 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $960 | $1,200 |
| Labor | $870 | $1,500 |
| Permits and fees | $160 | $300 |
| Total | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Dallas, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $770 | $1,100 | $1,400 | 43% |
| Labor | $390 | $1,200 | $1,950 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $230 | $410 | 9% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,500 | $3,750 | 100% |
What is behind the Dallas number
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, Dallas wages are 0.87 times the national level. Labor makes up about 47% of the midpoint estimate (51% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Dallas metro is 102.8 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $1,100, compared with $1,050 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (103.1) and land at $50 to $410.
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 Dallas is 0.87 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 $21.31 and $27.15 an hour. BLS counts 7,920 of them working in the area, 19.6 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 $21.14 an hour, 7% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.19 and $22.79 an hour. About 29,670 work in the metro. That is 73.3 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 $23.44 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.98 and $27.40 an hour. BLS counts 9,480 of them working in the area, 23.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.70 an hour, which is 14% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.95 and $29.04 an hour. BLS counts 11,510 of them working in the area, 28.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the cement masons and concrete finishers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($27.15 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $90. At the 25th percentile ($21.31) it shrinks by about $55. The total moves by 3.7% or 2.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 4,049,800 jobs in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area. That makes it the 4th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 2.60% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $21.31 | $23.45 | $27.15 | $27.41 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.19 | $21.14 | $22.79 | $22.66 | 0.93 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $20.98 | $23.44 | $27.40 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.95 | $24.70 | $29.04 | $28.78 | 0.86 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
When to schedule concrete patio in Dallas
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Dallas Love Fld (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through May and October through November are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Dallas (6 of 12 months). January and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; June, July, August and September 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, August and September, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Dallas gets about 38 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 2 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and October (4.8 inches in October). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.8 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 108 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 | 58 | 38 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 62 | 42 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 49 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 77 | 57 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 66 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 93 | 74 | 3.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 97 | 78 | 1.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 97 | 77 | 2.2 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 70 | 3.1 | Hot |
| Oct | 80 | 59 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 48 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 40 | 3.2 | Cold |
How Dallas compares
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 $2,250 to $2,500 across Dallas and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TXthis page | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,500 | |
| Waco, TX90 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −9% |
| Tyler, TX105 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −9% |
| Killeen, TX125 miles | $1,100 – $3,450 | $2,300 | −8% |
| Longview, TX135 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −9% |
| College Station, TX145 miles | $1,100 – $3,350 | $2,250 | −10% |
| Texas (statewide) | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,400 | −4% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Dallas comes in at #173 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $3,800; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $2,100 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Dallas is 5% above the Texas figure.
Other Texas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $1,200 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −3% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −4% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $1,100 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −7% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $1,100 – $3,300 | $2,200 | −12% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $1,050 – $3,150 | $2,100 | −15% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | −5% |
Cities with a workforce like Dallas's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dallas against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $1,500 – $5,000 | $3,250 | +31% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $1,200 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −3% |
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $1,400 – $4,650 | $3,000 | +21% |
| Washington, DC | 3,136,190 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | +9% |
Concrete patio: what moves the price in Dallas
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).
Dallas: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Dallas 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
$1,200 to $2,250
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$2,000 to $3,000
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,750 to $3,750
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $440 – $880 | $770 – $1,200 | $1,100 – $1,550 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $800 – $1,500 | $1,350 – $2,050 | $1,850 – $2,550 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,600 – $2,900 | $2,600 – $3,900 | $3,550 – $4,900 |
Extras that change the Dallas total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Dallas by the average of the local wage index (0.87) and goods index (1.03), a factor of 0.95. 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 | $860 – $2,850 |
What nearby projects cost in Dallas
Because every project leans on different trades, Dallas's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, asphalt driveway runs −2% and concrete driveway −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $5,050 | −4% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,600 | −4% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,950 – $5,350 | −2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,100 – $14,300 | −6% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,450 | −8% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,250 | −2% |
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Concrete patio in Dallas: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Dallas?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,200 to $3,750 in the Dallas area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,000 to $3,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Dallas?
About $3.90 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $410 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Dallas or Waco?
Waco is 90 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,250, which is 9% less than Dallas ($2,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dallas?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $2,500. Materials are 43% and permits 9%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Dallas?
$800 to $2,550. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Dallas?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $410 for fees in the Dallas area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dallas expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of Texas?
Dallas is 5% above the Texas statewide estimate ($2,400 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Dallas?
The BLS median is $23.45 an hour in the Dallas area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.31 to $27.15.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Dallas?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,250 and premium work $2,750 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 Dallas?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through May and October through November. February 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 Dallas?
$860 to $2,850 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Dallas
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.