Concrete slab cost in Pensacola, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,200 – $4,800
- Per sq ft
- $5.45 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #224
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour a concrete slab in Pensacola, plan on $2,200 to $4,800 for 400 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $5.45 to $11 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 8% lower than the national one. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.87 an hour in the Pensacola area, 17% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Pensacola, FL, standard level
$3,000 to $4,000
About $7.10 to $9.30 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,250 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $290 |
| Total | $3,000 | $4,000 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Pensacola, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 | $2,700 | 55% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 | $1,700 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $220 | $390 | 6% |
| Total | $2,200 | $3,500 | $4,800 | 100% |
Where the Pensacola 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 $22.87 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Pensacola is 0.85 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 39% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pensacola metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 400 sq ft comes to $1,900, compared with $2,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (97.7) and land at $50 to $390.
How Pensacola compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Pensacola. Dothan is the lowest at about $3,300 (midpoint, 400 sq ft), 110 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FLthis page | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | |
| Daphne, AL35 miles | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −3% |
| Crestview, FL50 miles | $2,250 – $4,850 | $3,550 | +1% |
| Mobile, AL60 miles | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −3% |
| Panama City, FL95 miles | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | level |
| Dothan, AL110 miles | $2,100 – $4,500 | $3,300 | −6% |
| Florida (statewide) | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +2% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Pensacola comes in at #224 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $5,300; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $3,200 (midpoints, 400 sq ft). Statewide, Pensacola is 2% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $2,350 – $5,150 | $3,750 | +7% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $2,250 – $4,850 | $3,550 | +1% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | level |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $2,250 – $4,850 | $3,550 | +1% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $2,300 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +2% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $2,250 – $4,850 | $3,550 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Pensacola's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pensacola against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | level |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $2,700 – $5,700 | $4,200 | +20% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +10% |
| Salinas, CA | 186,430 jobs | $2,800 – $5,850 | $4,300 | +23% |
Add-ons priced for Pensacola
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Pensacola by the average of the local wage index (0.85) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.91. 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 rebar reinforcement | $360 – $1,100 |
| Remove old concrete first | $730 – $2,200 |
Planning more than one job in Pensacola?
Because every project leans on different trades, Pensacola's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, asphalt driveway runs −8% and concrete driveway −11%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,100 | −11% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −9% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,900 – $52,000 | −10% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,250 | −9% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,800 | −8% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,300 | −9% |
Pensacola labor market for concrete slab
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 Pensacola is 0.85 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $22.87 an hour, which is 17% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.96 and $24.01 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 10.5 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 $20.70 an hour, 9% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.35 and $21.94 an hour. About 1,930 work in the metro. That is 101.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.01 an hour, which is 20% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.42 and $24.24 an hour. BLS counts 600 of them working in the area, 31.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is about average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.04 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.22 and $27.44 an hour. BLS counts 660 of them working in the area, 34.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), 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 ($24.01 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $35. At the 25th percentile ($18.96) it shrinks by about $110. The total moves by 0.9% or 3.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 190,480 jobs in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent area. That makes it the 121st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $18.96 | $22.87 | $24.01 | $27.41 | 0.83 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.35 | $20.70 | $21.94 | $22.66 | 0.91 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $21.42 | $23.01 | $24.24 | $28.78 | 0.80 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $19.22 | $23.04 | $27.44 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Climate in Pensacola: timing your concrete slab job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Pensacola Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Pensacola (9 of 12 months). 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.
Pensacola gets about 68 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.9 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and November are the driest, at 3.9 and 4.4 inches. The station averages about 68 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 | 63 | 44 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Feb | 66 | 47 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 53 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 59 | 5.5 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 67 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 74 | 7.3 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 75 | 7.9 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 75 | 7.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 72 | 6.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 81 | 62 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 72 | 51 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 65 | 46 | 5.4 | Workable |
Pick a size, pick a tier: concrete slab pricing in Pensacola
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pensacola 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 5 common sizes.
Basic
$2,200 to $3,250
4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access
Standard
$3,000 to $4,000
4-5 inch slab with rebar or heavier mesh and standard base prep
Premium
$3,750 to $4,800
6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) | $590 – $950 | $860 – $1,200 | $1,150 – $1,500 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $830 – $1,300 | $1,150 – $1,650 | $1,500 – $1,950 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,200 – $3,250 | $3,000 – $4,000 | $3,750 – $4,800 |
| 24x24 garage floor (576 sq ft) | $3,200 – $4,600 | $4,250 – $5,650 | $5,300 – $6,700 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,550 – $9,400 | $8,700 – $11,500 | $10,800 – $13,600 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Pensacola bid
Base and reinforcement
A compacted gravel base, vapor barrier, and wire mesh or rebar are priced separately by some contractors and bundled by others. Ask which one your quote does.
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.
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Concrete slab in Pensacola: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Pensacola?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,200 to $4,800 in the Pensacola area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,000 to $4,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete slab in Pensacola?
About $5.45 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $390 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $12.
+Is concrete slab cheaper in Pensacola or Daphne?
Daphne is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,400, which is 3% less than Pensacola ($3,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pensacola?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $3,500. Materials are 55% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Pensacola?
$2,200 to $4,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete slab need a permit in Pensacola?
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 Pensacola area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pensacola expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Florida?
Pensacola is 2% below the Florida statewide estimate ($3,600 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Pensacola?
The BLS median is $22.87 an hour in the Pensacola area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.96 to $24.01.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Pensacola?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,200 to $3,250 and premium work $3,750 to $4,800. 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 Pensacola?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. May 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 rebar reinforcement" add in Pensacola?
$360 to $1,100 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Pensacola
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