Concrete slab cost in Corpus Christi, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,200 – $4,700
- Per sq ft
- $5.40 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #237
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a concrete slab in the Corpus Christi area: $2,200 to $4,700 for 400 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 9% lower than the US figure. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $23.88 an hour in the Corpus Christi area, 13% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Corpus Christi, TX, standard level
$2,950 to $3,950
About $7.05 to $9.25 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 40% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,200 |
| Labor | $1,250 | $1,500 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $270 |
| Total | $2,950 | $3,950 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Corpus Christi, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 | $2,650 | 54% |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,400 | $1,750 | 40% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $210 | $370 | 6% |
| Total | $2,200 | $3,450 | $4,700 | 100% |
Where the Corpus Christi 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 $23.88 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Corpus Christi is 0.86 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 40% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Corpus Christi is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,000 nationally becomes $1,900 here (midpoint, 400 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.7: $45 to $370.
Who does the work: Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi the blend is 0.86.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $23.88 an hour, 13% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $21.30 and $24.63 an hour. About 610 work in the metro. That is 31.7 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 $20.40 an hour, which is 10% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.27 and $23.05 an hour. BLS counts 2,640 of them working in the area, 137.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.23 an hour, 19% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.12 and $28.12 an hour. About 1,160 work in the metro. That is 60.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.69 an hour, 22% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.33 and $27.72 an hour. About 1,250 work in the metro. That is 64.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 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 $20 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $75. That is a swing of roughly 2.2% to 0.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Corpus Christi has 192,580 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 118th 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% | $21.30 | $23.88 | $24.63 | $27.41 | 0.87 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.27 | $20.40 | $23.05 | $22.66 | 0.90 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.12 | $23.23 | $28.12 | $28.78 | 0.81 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.33 | $22.69 | $27.72 | $29.12 | 0.78 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Corpus Christi against nearby metros and the rest of Texas
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Corpus Christi. McAllen is the lowest at about $3,200 (midpoint, 400 sq ft), 115 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi, TXthis page | $2,200 – $4,700 | $3,450 | |
| McAllen, TX115 miles | $2,000 – $4,350 | $3,200 | −8% |
| Laredo, TX120 miles | $2,100 – $4,550 | $3,300 | −4% |
| Brownsville, TX125 miles | $2,100 – $4,500 | $3,300 | −5% |
| San Antonio, TX130 miles | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −2% |
| Austin, TX165 miles | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +1% |
| Texas (statewide) | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +2% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Corpus Christi ranks #237 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Corpus Christi is 2% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $2,350 – $5,050 | $3,700 | +6% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +3% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +1% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −2% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $2,050 – $4,450 | $3,250 | −6% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $2,000 – $4,350 | $3,200 | −8% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Corpus Christi against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto, CA | 195,230 jobs | $2,900 – $6,000 | $4,450 | +29% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +11% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −1% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $2,200 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +1% |
Corpus Christi: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Corpus Christi. 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
$2,200 to $3,200
4-inch broom-finish slab, light mesh, easy truck access
Standard
$2,950 to $3,950
4-5 inch slab with rebar or heavier mesh and standard base prep
Premium
$3,700 to $4,700
6-inch slab, heavy reinforcement, thick base, pump truck or tight access
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 pad (100 sq ft) | $590 – $940 | $850 – $1,200 | $1,100 – $1,450 |
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $820 – $1,250 | $1,150 – $1,600 | $1,500 – $1,950 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,200 – $3,200 | $2,950 – $3,950 | $3,700 – $4,700 |
| 24x24 garage floor (576 sq ft) | $3,150 – $4,550 | $4,200 – $5,600 | $5,250 – $6,650 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,550 – $9,300 | $8,600 – $11,400 | $10,700 – $13,400 |
What nearby projects cost in Corpus Christi
Jobs that often go together with concrete slab are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Corpus Christi wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, stamped concrete comes out highest (−9%) and detached garage lowest (−12%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,500 – $51,200 | −12% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,200 | −9% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,500 | −12% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,150 | −10% |
Add-ons priced for Corpus Christi
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.90 for Corpus Christi, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.86) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $360 – $1,100 |
| Remove old concrete first | $720 – $2,150 |
The best months for concrete slab in Corpus Christi
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Corpus Christi Nas (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 Corpus Christi are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September 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, August and September, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Corpus Christi gets about 35 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, September and October (6.2 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 1.6 and 1.5 inches. The station averages about 96 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 | 68 | 52 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 71 | 56 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 76 | 62 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 82 | 68 | 2.5 | Workable |
| May | 87 | 75 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 79 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 80 | 2.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 94 | 80 | 2.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 91 | 77 | 6.2 | Hot |
| Oct | 85 | 71 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 77 | 61 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 70 | 54 | 1.5 | Workable |
Concrete slab: what moves the price in Corpus Christi
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.
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.
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Concrete slab in Corpus Christi: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Corpus Christi?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,200 to $4,700 in the Corpus Christi area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,950 to $3,950. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for concrete slab in Corpus Christi?
About $5.40 to $11 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 Corpus Christi or McAllen?
McAllen is 115 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,200, which is 8% less than Corpus Christi ($3,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Corpus Christi?
About 40% at the midpoint, or $1,400 out of $3,450. Materials are 54% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Corpus Christi?
$2,200 to $4,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does concrete slab need a permit in Corpus Christi?
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 Corpus Christi area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Corpus Christi expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Texas?
Corpus Christi is 2% below the Texas statewide estimate ($3,500 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 Corpus Christi?
The BLS median is $23.88 an hour in the Corpus Christi area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.30 to $24.63.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Corpus Christi?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,200 to $3,200 and premium work $3,700 to $4,700. 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 Corpus Christi?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. February and December 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 Corpus Christi?
$360 to $1,100 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Corpus Christi
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