Concrete slab cost in Odessa, 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
- $5.35 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #252
- 1 = most expensive
A concrete slab in Odessa, TX usually costs $2,200 to $4,700 for 400 sq ft. That works out to about $5.35 to $11 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $390 less. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $23.05 an hour in the Odessa area, 16% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Odessa, TX, standard level
$2,950 to $3,950
About $6.95 to $9.15 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $2,200 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $280 |
| Total | $2,950 | $3,950 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Odessa, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 | $2,650 | 55% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 | $1,700 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $210 | $380 | 6% |
| Total | $2,200 | $3,450 | $4,700 | 100% |
Where the Odessa 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 $23.05 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Odessa is 0.84 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 39% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Odessa 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 93.9: $45 to $380.
Cost by quality level and size in Odessa
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Odessa. 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) | $580 – $930 | $840 – $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) | $3,100 – $4,500 | $4,150 – $5,550 | $5,200 – $6,600 |
| 30x40 foundation (1,200 sq ft) | $6,450 – $9,200 | $8,500 – $11,300 | $10,600 – $13,300 |
What local crews earn in Odessa
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 Odessa the blend is 0.84.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 50% of the weighting: a median of $23.05 an hour, 16% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $20.99 and $25.96 an hour. About 110 work in the metro. That is 13.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $18.45 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.34 and $22.12 an hour. BLS counts 970 of them working in the area, 119.9 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 $26.65 an hour, 7% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $23.13 and $29.64 an hour. About 670 work in the metro. That is 82.8 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 $25.12 an hour, 14% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $28.35 an hour. About 180 work in the metro. That is 22.2 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 $85 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $60. That is a swing of roughly 1.7% to 2.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Odessa has 80,910 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 235th 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% | $20.99 | $23.05 | $25.96 | $27.41 | 0.84 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.34 | $18.45 | $22.12 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $23.13 | $26.65 | $29.64 | $28.78 | 0.93 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 10% | $22.57 | $25.12 | $28.35 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Odessa 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, Odessa (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Odessa are March through May and September through November: 6 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and 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.
Odessa gets about 12 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, August and September (1.6 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 106 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 | 57 | 32 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 62 | 36 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 71 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 51 | 0.7 | Workable |
| May | 87 | 61 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 94 | 68 | 1.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 71 | 1.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 93 | 70 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 62 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 77 | 53 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 66 | 41 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 58 | 33 | 0.6 | Cold |
How Odessa compares
Same job, same size (400 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Midland is the priciest of the group at $3,450. El Paso is the cheapest at $3,250.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TXthis page | $2,200 – $4,700 | $3,450 | |
| Midland, TX35 miles | $2,200 – $4,750 | $3,450 | +1% |
| Lubbock, TX115 miles | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Abilene, TX170 miles | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,350 | −2% |
| El Paso, TX175 miles | $2,050 – $4,450 | $3,250 | −5% |
| Amarillo, TX235 miles | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Texas (statewide) | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +3% |
| United States | $2,450 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Odessa ranks #252 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Odessa is 3% 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 | +7% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $2,250 – $4,900 | $3,600 | +4% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $2,250 – $4,800 | $3,500 | +2% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $2,150 – $4,650 | $3,400 | −1% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $2,050 – $4,450 | $3,250 | −5% |
| 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 Odessa against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City, TN | 81,690 jobs | $2,200 – $4,750 | $3,450 | +1% |
| Greenville, NC | 80,770 jobs | $2,150 – $4,600 | $3,350 | −2% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $2,350 – $4,950 | $3,650 | +6% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 80,220 jobs | $2,500 – $5,200 | $3,850 | +12% |
Concrete slab: what moves the price in Odessa
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).
Optional extras in Odessa
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.89 for Odessa, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.84) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add rebar reinforcement | $360 – $1,050 |
| Remove old concrete first | $710 – $2,150 |
Related projects, priced for Odessa
Jobs that often go together with concrete slab are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Odessa wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−8%) 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 – $8,000 | −13% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,550 | −11% |
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,900 – $52,000 | −11% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,050 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,800 | −8% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,250 | −10% |
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Concrete slab in Odessa: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour a concrete slab in Odessa?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,200 to $4,700 in the Odessa 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 Odessa?
About $5.35 to $11 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $380 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $6 to $12.
+Is concrete slab cheaper in Odessa or Midland?
Midland is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $3,450, which is 1% more than Odessa ($3,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Odessa?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $3,450. Materials are 55% and permits 6%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Odessa?
$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 Odessa?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $380 for fees in the Odessa area (our national range of $50 to $400 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Odessa expensive for concrete slab compared with the rest of Texas?
Odessa is 3% 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 Odessa?
The BLS median is $23.05 an hour in the Odessa area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.99 to $25.96.
+What do basic and premium concrete slab work cost in Odessa?
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 Odessa?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through May and September through November. March 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 Odessa?
$360 to $1,050 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Concrete slab near Odessa
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