Concrete patio cost in Houston, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $1,200 – $3,650
- Per sq ft
- $3.75 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $2,650
- Rank of 300 metros
- #201
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a concrete patio in the Houston area: $1,200 to $3,650 for 300 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 8% lower than the US figure. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.40 an hour in the Houston area, 18% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Houston, TX, standard level
$1,900 to $2,900
About $5.90 to $8.70 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $940 | $1,200 |
| Labor | $830 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $290 |
| Total | $1,900 | $2,900 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Houston, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $750 | $1,050 | $1,350 | 44% |
| Labor | $380 | $1,150 | $1,900 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $220 | $390 | 9% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,400 | $3,650 | 100% |
What is behind the Houston 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, Houston wages are 0.84 times the national level. Labor makes up about 47% of the midpoint estimate (51% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Houston is at 100.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,050 nationally becomes $1,050 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 98.6: $50 to $390.
The best months for concrete patio in Houston
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Houston Hobby Ap (10 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 Houston are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in June, July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Houston gets about 56 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, September and October (6.1 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and March are the driest, at 2.9 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 101 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 | 64 | 46 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Feb | 68 | 50 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 56 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 62 | 4.1 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 69 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 75 | 6.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 77 | 4.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 94 | 77 | 5.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 73 | 5.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 82 | 64 | 5.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 73 | 54 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 66 | 48 | 4.3 | Workable |
Who does the work: Houston trade wages
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 Houston the blend is 0.84.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.40 an hour, 18% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.65 and $26.83 an hour. About 7,700 work in the metro. That is 23.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $19.88 an hour, which is 12% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.82 and $22.88 an hour. BLS counts 34,080 of them working in the area, 103.6 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 $23.88 an hour, 18% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.40 and $28.94 an hour. About 9,600 work in the metro. That is 29.2 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 $24.54 an hour, 15% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.50 and $29.76 an hour. About 14,000 work in the metro. That is 42.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of 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 $110 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $90. That is a swing of roughly 3.8% to 4.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands has 3,289,720 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 5th 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% | $18.65 | $22.40 | $26.83 | $27.41 | 0.82 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.82 | $19.88 | $22.88 | $22.66 | 0.88 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.40 | $23.88 | $28.94 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.50 | $24.54 | $29.76 | $28.78 | 0.85 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Houston
Jobs that often go together with concrete patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Houston wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−5%) 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 – $4,900 | −6% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,300 | −8% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,800 – $5,100 | −6% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,000 – $14,100 | −7% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,000 | −5% |
Extras that change the Houston total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Houston, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.84) and goods price index (1.01). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add an acid or water-based stain | $830 – $2,750 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Houston bid
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.
Houston: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Houston. 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 $2,150
Plain gray slab, broom finish, flat yard
Standard
$1,900 to $2,900
Colored or stained, saw-cut joints, minor grading
Premium
$2,650 to $3,650
Exposed aggregate or heavy decorative finish, drainage work
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq ft) | $430 – $850 | $740 – $1,150 | $1,050 – $1,500 |
| 12x16 (192 sq ft) | $770 – $1,450 | $1,300 – $1,950 | $1,800 – $2,450 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $1,550 – $2,800 | $2,500 – $3,750 | $3,450 – $4,700 |
How Houston 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 $2,400 across Houston and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TXthis page | $1,200 – $3,650 | $2,400 | |
| Beaumont, TX70 miles | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −1% |
| College Station, TX95 miles | $1,100 – $3,350 | $2,250 | −7% |
| Lake Charles, LA130 miles | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | −2% |
| Austin, TX140 miles | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −1% |
| Waco, TX170 miles | $1,100 – $3,400 | $2,250 | −6% |
| Texas (statewide) | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,400 | −1% |
| United States | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | +9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Houston ranks #201 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Houston is 1% above the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,500 | +3% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $1,150 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −1% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $1,100 – $3,500 | $2,300 | −4% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $1,100 – $3,300 | $2,200 | −9% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $1,050 – $3,150 | $2,100 | −12% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $1,150 – $3,600 | $2,350 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Houston against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $1,200 – $3,750 | $2,500 | +3% |
| Washington, DC | 3,136,190 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | +13% |
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $1,500 – $5,000 | $3,250 | +35% |
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +13% |
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Concrete patio in Houston: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete patio in Houston?
For 300 sq ft, expect $1,200 to $3,650 in the Houston area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,900 to $2,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete patio in Houston?
About $3.75 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $390 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is concrete patio cheaper in Houston or Beaumont?
Beaumont is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $2,400, which is 1% less than Houston ($2,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Houston?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $1,150 out of $2,400. Materials are 44% and permits 9%. Nationally, labor is 51%.
+What would 12x16 (192 sq ft) cost in Houston?
$770 to $2,450. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete patio need a permit in Houston?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $390 for fees in the Houston area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Houston expensive for concrete patio compared with the rest of Texas?
Houston is 1% 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 Houston?
The BLS median is $22.40 an hour in the Houston area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.65 to $26.83.
+What do basic and premium concrete patio work cost in Houston?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,150 and premium work $2,650 to $3,650. 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 Houston?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and March 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 Houston?
$830 to $2,750 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete patio near Houston
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.