Concrete slab cost in Macon, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,150 – $4,600
- Per sq ft
- $5.25 – $10.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #270
- 1 = most expensive
Macon homeowners pay roughly $2,150 to $4,600 to pour a concrete slab at 400 sq ft, or $5.25 to $10.50 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Macon is 12% lower. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $20.93 an hour in the Macon area, 24% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Macon, GA, standard level
$2,900 to $3,850
About $6.85 to $9.05 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,250 |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,400 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $260 |
| Total | $2,900 | $3,850 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Macon, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,950 | $2,700 | 57% |
| Labor | $940 | $1,250 | $1,550 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $200 | $350 | 6% |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,400 | $4,600 | 100% |
Why Macon 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 $20.93 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Macon is 0.78 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 37% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Macon metro is 96.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 400 sq ft comes to $1,950, compared with $2,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.5) and land at $45 to $350.
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 Macon is 0.78 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 50%) the local median is $20.93 an hour, which is 24% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $17.71 and $22.47 an hour. BLS counts 30 of them working in the area, 3.2 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 $19.23 an hour, 15% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.05 and $20.66 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 44.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.26 an hour, which is 23% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $20.93 and $24.51 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 32.6 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 $20.03 an hour, which is 31% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $16.47 and $27.05 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 7.4 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 ($22.47 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $45. At the 25th percentile ($17.71) it shrinks by about $95. The total moves by 1.3% or 2.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 95,030 jobs in the Macon-Bibb County area. That makes it the 211th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 50% | $17.71 | $20.93 | $22.47 | $27.41 | 0.76 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.05 | $19.23 | $20.66 | $22.66 | 0.85 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $20.93 | $22.26 | $24.51 | $28.78 | 0.77 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $16.47 | $20.03 | $27.05 | $29.12 | 0.69 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Macon
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Macon by the average of the local wage index (0.78) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.87. 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 | $350 – $1,050 |
| Remove old concrete first | $700 – $2,100 |
Is Macon cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (400 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Atlanta is the priciest of the group at $3,600. Albany is the cheapest at $3,250.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon, GAthis page | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,400 | |
| Warner Robins, GA25 miles | $2,200 – $4,700 | $3,450 | +2% |
| Atlanta, GA70 miles | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +6% |
| Columbus, GA70 miles | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Athens, GA80 miles | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | +1% |
| Albany, GA85 miles | $2,050 – $4,450 | $3,250 | −4% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +4% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +13% |
Across 300 US metros, Macon comes in at #270 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $5,300; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $3,200 (midpoints, 400 sq ft). Statewide, Macon is 4% below the Georgia figure.
Other Georgia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +6% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $2,200 – $4,750 | $3,450 | +3% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | +1% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $2,150 – $4,700 | $3,450 | +1% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Macon's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Macon against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $2,050 – $4,400 | $3,200 | −5% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $2,650 – $5,450 | $4,050 | +20% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | +1% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $2,500 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +14% |
When to schedule concrete slab in Macon
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Macon Middle Ga Rgnl Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through May and September through November are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Macon (6 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; June, July and August 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 and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Macon gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and December (4.8 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 2.6 and 2.6 inches. The station averages about 85 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 | 59 | 36 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 63 | 39 | 4.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 71 | 45 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 51 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 60 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 68 | 4.4 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 72 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 71 | 4.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 53 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 69 | 43 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 61 | 38 | 4.6 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Macon
Because every project leans on different trades, Macon's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, asphalt driveway runs −9% and concrete driveway −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | −16% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,400 | −14% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,000 – $50,100 | −14% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,950 | −12% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,050 | −11% |
Concrete slab: what moves the price in Macon
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.
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).
Macon: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Macon 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
$2,150 to $3,150
4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access
Standard
$2,900 to $3,850
4-5 inch slab with rebar or heavier mesh and standard base prep
Premium
$3,600 to $4,600
6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) | $570 – $910 | $820 – $1,150 | $1,100 – $1,400 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $800 – $1,250 | $1,150 – $1,550 | $1,450 – $1,900 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,150 – $3,150 | $2,900 – $3,850 | $3,600 – $4,600 |
| 24x24 garage floor (576 sq ft) | $3,050 – $4,450 | $4,100 – $5,450 | $5,100 – $6,500 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,350 – $9,050 | $8,350 – $11,100 | $10,400 – $13,100 |
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Concrete slab in Macon: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Macon?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,150 to $4,600 in the Macon area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,900 to $3,850. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete slab in Macon?
About $5.25 to $10.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $12.
+Is concrete slab cheaper in Macon or Warner Robins?
Warner Robins is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,450, which is 2% more than Macon ($3,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Macon?
About 37% at the midpoint, or $1,250 out of $3,400. Materials are 57% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Macon?
$2,150 to $4,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete slab need a permit in Macon?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $350 for fees in the Macon area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Macon expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Georgia?
Macon is 4% below 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 Macon?
The BLS median is $20.93 an hour in the Macon area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.71 to $22.47.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Macon?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,150 to $3,150 and premium work $3,600 to $4,600. 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 Macon?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through May and September through November. May 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 Macon?
$350 to $1,050 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Macon
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