Concrete slab cost in Atlanta, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,250 – $4,900
- Per sq ft
- $5.55 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #184
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete slab in Atlanta, GA usually costs $2,250 to $4,900 for 400 sq ft. That works out to about $5.55 to $11 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $240 less. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.48 an hour in the Atlanta area, 18% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Atlanta, GA, standard level
$3,050 to $4,100
About $7.25 to $9.55 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 38% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,700 | $2,350 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| Permits and fees | $160 | $300 |
| Total | $3,050 | $4,100 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Atlanta, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $2,000 | $2,800 | 56% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 | $1,700 | 38% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $230 | $400 | 6% |
| Total | $2,250 | $3,600 | $4,900 | 100% |
Why Atlanta prices look the way they do
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 $22.48 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Atlanta is 0.84 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 38% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Atlanta is at 100.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,000 nationally becomes $2,000 here (midpoint, 400 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 100.1: $50 to $400.
What local crews earn in Atlanta
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 Atlanta the blend is 0.84.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.48 an hour, 18% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $20.19 and $27.39 an hour. About 2,290 work in the metro. That is 7.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $20.20 an hour, which is 11% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.61 and $23.07 an hour. BLS counts 16,460 of them working in the area, 57.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.77 an hour, 17% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.23 and $28.47 an hour. About 8,360 work in the metro. That is 28.9 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 $24.37 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.71 and $28.29 an hour. About 6,380 work in the metro. That is 22.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer 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 $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $65. That is a swing of roughly 1.9% to 4.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell has 2,889,670 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 8th 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% | $20.19 | $22.48 | $27.39 | $27.41 | 0.82 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.61 | $20.20 | $23.07 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.23 | $23.77 | $28.47 | $28.78 | 0.83 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $21.71 | $24.37 | $28.29 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Optional extras in Atlanta
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Atlanta, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.84) and goods price index (1.00). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $370 – $1,100 |
| Remove old concrete first | $740 – $2,200 |
Cost by quality level and size in Atlanta
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Atlanta. 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
$2,250 to $3,300
4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access
Standard
$3,050 to $4,100
4-5 inch slab with rebar or heavier mesh and standard base prep
Premium
$3,850 to $4,900
6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) | $600 – $970 | $880 – $1,250 | $1,150 – $1,550 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $850 – $1,300 | $1,200 – $1,650 | $1,550 – $2,000 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,250 – $3,300 | $3,050 – $4,100 | $3,850 – $4,900 |
| 24x24 garage floor (576 sq ft) | $3,250 – $4,700 | $4,350 – $5,800 | $5,400 – $6,900 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,700 – $9,600 | $8,850 – $11,700 | $11,000 – $13,900 |
What nearby projects cost in Atlanta
Jobs that often go together with concrete slab are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Atlanta 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 driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,200 | −11% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,200 – $3,650 | −8% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $27,000 – $54,200 | −7% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,350 | −7% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,950 | −5% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,500 | −7% |
Why two Atlanta quotes can differ
Finish
A broom finish is the baseline. Stamped, stained, or exposed-aggregate finishes are priced as add-ons on top of the slab.
Thickness and mix
A 4-inch slab uses about 1.23 cubic yards of concrete per 100 sq ft; a 6-inch slab uses about 1.85. Stepping up from a 3,000 PSI to a 4,000-4,500 PSI mix adds $10-$40 per cubic yard (Estimators.us).
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.
Atlanta against nearby metros and the rest of Georgia
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 400 sq ft range from $3,350 to $3,600 across Atlanta and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GAthis page | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | |
| Gainesville, GA50 miles | $2,150 – $4,700 | $3,450 | −4% |
| Athens, GA70 miles | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −5% |
| Macon, GA70 miles | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,400 | −6% |
| Dalton, GA80 miles | $2,100 – $4,600 | $3,350 | −6% |
| Warner Robins, GA95 miles | $2,200 – $4,700 | $3,450 | −4% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | −2% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Atlanta ranks #184 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Atlanta is 2% above the Georgia figure.
Elsewhere in Georgia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $2,200 – $4,750 | $3,450 | −3% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −5% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −7% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $2,150 – $4,700 | $3,450 | −4% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −5% |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,400 | −6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Atlanta against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $2,550 – $5,300 | $3,950 | +10% |
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $2,350 – $5,150 | $3,750 | +5% |
| Washington, DC | 3,136,190 jobs | $2,550 – $5,400 | $3,950 | +11% |
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $2,700 – $5,650 | $4,150 | +16% |
Atlanta 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, Atlanta Fulton Co 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 Atlanta are March through June and August through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and July has 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, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Atlanta gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are February, March and July (5.0 inches in July). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 54 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 | 54 | 34 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 58 | 37 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 66 | 43 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 50 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 58 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 67 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 70 | 5.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 69 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 84 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 75 | 51 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 41 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 56 | 36 | 4.2 | Cold |
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Concrete slab in Atlanta: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Atlanta?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,250 to $4,900 in the Atlanta area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,050 to $4,100. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete slab in Atlanta?
About $5.55 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $12.
+Is concrete slab cheaper in Atlanta or Gainesville?
Gainesville is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,450, which is 4% less than Atlanta ($3,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Atlanta?
About 38% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $3,600. Materials are 56% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Atlanta?
$2,250 to $4,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete slab need a permit in Atlanta?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $400 for fees in the Atlanta area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Atlanta expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Georgia?
Atlanta is 2% above the Georgia statewide estimate ($3,500 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Atlanta?
The BLS median is $22.48 an hour in the Atlanta area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.19 to $27.39.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Atlanta?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,250 to $3,300 and premium work $3,850 to $4,900. 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 Atlanta?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through June and August through November. September and October 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 Atlanta?
$370 to $1,100 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Atlanta
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