Concrete slab cost in Fayetteville, AR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,150 – $4,650
- Per sq ft
- $5.30 – $10.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #260
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete slab in Fayetteville, AR usually costs $2,150 to $4,650 for 400 sq ft. That works out to about $5.30 to $10.50 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $410 less. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.94 an hour in the Fayetteville area, 16% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Fayetteville, AR, standard level
$2,900 to $3,900
About $6.95 to $9.10 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,550 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $270 |
| Total | $2,900 | $3,900 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Fayetteville, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $1,850 | $2,600 | 55% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 | $1,650 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $210 | $370 | 6% |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,400 | $4,650 | 100% |
Where the Fayetteville price comes from
Labor is 39% of the midpoint bill here, against 42% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is cement masons and concrete finishers (50%), construction laborers (30%), operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (10%), carpenters (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Fayetteville the blended ratio comes out at 0.83.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fayetteville is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,000 nationally becomes $1,850 here (midpoint, 400 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.4: $45 to $370.
Planning more than one job in Fayetteville?
Jobs that often go together with concrete slab are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fayetteville wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−10%) and concrete driveway lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | −13% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,500 | −12% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,400 – $51,000 | −12% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,050 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,650 | −10% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,050 | −11% |
Extras that change the Fayetteville total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Fayetteville, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.83) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $350 – $1,050 |
| Remove old concrete first | $710 – $2,100 |
Why two Fayetteville quotes can differ
Truck and pump access
If the mixer truck can't back up to the forms, someone has to wheelbarrow it in or hire a pump. Pump or line-pump hire is typically billed per day.
Small-job minimums
Many crews have a minimum charge, so a 10x10 pad can cost more per square foot than a 20x20 slab.
Finish
A broom finish is the baseline. Stamped, stained, or exposed-aggregate finishes are priced as add-ons on top of the slab.
What local crews earn in Fayetteville
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 Fayetteville the blend is 0.83.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.94 an hour, 16% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.23 and $26.29 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 18.5 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 $18.93 an hour, which is 16% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.66 and $22.44 an hour. BLS counts 2,190 of them working in the area, 79.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $24.08 an hour, 16% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.16 and $25.79 an hour. About 900 work in the metro. That is 32.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.59 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.44 and $28.27 an hour. About 1,130 work in the metro. That is 41.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 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 $100 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 4.0% to 2.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers has 275,180 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 93rd 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% | $18.23 | $22.94 | $26.29 | $27.41 | 0.84 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.66 | $18.93 | $22.44 | $22.66 | 0.84 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $21.16 | $24.08 | $25.79 | $28.78 | 0.84 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $21.44 | $23.59 | $28.27 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.83 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: concrete slab pricing in Fayetteville
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fayetteville. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) to 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft).
Basic
$2,150 to $3,150
4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access
Standard
$2,900 to $3,900
4-5 inch slab with rebar or heavier mesh and standard base prep
Premium
$3,650 to $4,650
6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) | $580 – $920 | $830 – $1,200 | $1,100 – $1,450 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $810 – $1,250 | $1,150 – $1,600 | $1,450 – $1,900 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,150 – $3,150 | $2,900 – $3,900 | $3,650 – $4,650 |
| 24x24 garage floor (576 sq ft) | $3,100 – $4,500 | $4,150 – $5,500 | $5,150 – $6,550 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,400 – $9,150 | $8,450 – $11,200 | $10,500 – $13,200 |
How Fayetteville compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Fayetteville. Fort Smith is the lowest at about $3,200 (midpoint, 400 sq ft), 50 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, ARthis page | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | |
| Fort Smith, AR50 miles | $2,050 – $4,400 | $3,200 | −6% |
| Joplin, MO70 miles | $2,350 – $4,950 | $3,650 | +7% |
| Springfield, MO100 miles | $2,350 – $5,000 | $3,650 | +8% |
| Tulsa, OK115 miles | $2,200 – $4,650 | $3,400 | level |
| Little Rock, AR135 miles | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −2% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fayetteville ranks #260 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fayetteville is 2% above the Arkansas figure.
Elsewhere in Arkansas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $2,050 – $4,400 | $3,200 | −6% |
| Jonesboro, AR | 60,620 jobs | $2,050 – $4,450 | $3,250 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fayetteville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $2,500 – $5,300 | $3,900 | +14% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $2,200 – $4,700 | $3,450 | +1% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $2,650 – $5,500 | $4,050 | +19% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $2,350 – $4,950 | $3,650 | +7% |
Fayetteville weather and the concrete slab calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Fayetteville Drake Fld (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 Fayetteville are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, 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.
Fayetteville gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 7 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and October (5.9 inches in May). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 3.8 and 3.2 inches. The station averages about 41 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 | 48 | 25 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 52 | 29 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 61 | 36 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 70 | 45 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 54 | 5.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 63 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 89 | 67 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 89 | 65 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 82 | 57 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 71 | 45 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 59 | 35 | 3.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 50 | 28 | 3.1 | Cold |
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Concrete slab in Fayetteville: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Fayetteville?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,150 to $4,650 in the Fayetteville area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,900 to $3,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete slab in Fayetteville?
About $5.30 to $10.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $370 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $12.
+Is concrete slab cheaper in Fayetteville or Fort Smith?
Fort Smith is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,200, which is 6% less than Fayetteville ($3,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fayetteville?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $3,400. Materials are 55% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Fayetteville?
$2,150 to $4,650. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete slab need a permit in Fayetteville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $370 for fees in the Fayetteville area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fayetteville expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Fayetteville is 2% above the Arkansas statewide estimate ($3,350 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Fayetteville?
The BLS median is $22.94 an hour in the Fayetteville area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.23 to $26.29.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Fayetteville?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,150 to $3,150 and premium work $3,650 to $4,650. Basic means: 4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access. Premium means: 6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access.
+When is the best time to pour a concrete slab in Fayetteville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. July and August 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 rebar reinforcement" add in Fayetteville?
$350 to $1,050 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Fayetteville
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 Slab Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Estimators.us: Concrete Slab Cost in 2026 | $6-$12/Sq Ft Guide (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Concrete Patio Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Concrete Driveway 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