Paver patio cost in Decatur, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $2,650 – $4,800
- Per sq ft
- $8.85 – $15
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #272
- 1 = most expensive
A paver patio in Decatur, AL usually costs $2,650 to $4,800 for 300 sq ft. That works out to about $8.85 to $15 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $510 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $18.11 an hour in the Decatur area, 20% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Decatur, AL, standard level
$3,300 to $4,150
About $10.50 to $13 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,850 | $2,350 |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $210 |
| Total | $3,300 | $4,150 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Decatur, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,450 | $1,750 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,100 | $2,750 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $150 | $310 | 4% |
| Total | $2,650 | $3,700 | $4,800 | 100% |
Where the Decatur price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: construction laborers at 50%, brickmasons and blockmasons at 30%, landscaping and groundskeeping workers at 20%. Weighted together, Decatur wages are 0.83 times the national level. Labor makes up about 57% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Decatur is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,500 nationally becomes $1,450 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 87.2: $0 to $310.
Data note: 30% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Decatur. The wage table below marks each row.
Add-ons priced for Decatur
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.90 for Decatur, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.83) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $270 – $1,350 |
What local crews earn in Decatur
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 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 Decatur the blend is 0.83.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $18.11 an hour, which is 20% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $15.52 and $23.05 an hour. BLS counts 690 of them working in the area, 112.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Decatur metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $23.90 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.98 and $27.55 an hour.
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011), 20% of the weighting: a median of $17.99 an hour, 4% below the US median of $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $14.17 and $19.07 an hour. About 260 work in the metro. That is 42.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 61.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $280 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $150. That is a swing of roughly 3.9% to 7.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Decatur has 61,240 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 283rd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $15.52 | $18.11 | $23.05 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $18.98 | $23.90 | $27.55 | $29.87 | 0.80 | state |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $14.17 | $17.99 | $19.07 | $18.82 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.83 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Decatur
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Decatur. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 12x12 (144 sq ft) to pool deck (800 sq ft).
Basic
$2,650 to $3,500
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$3,300 to $4,150
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$3,950 to $4,800
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,250 – $1,750 | $1,650 – $2,100 | $2,000 – $2,450 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,250 – $3,000 | $2,800 – $3,550 | $3,400 – $4,150 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $3,550 – $4,650 | $4,350 – $5,450 | $5,200 – $6,250 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $7,050 – $9,150 | $8,600 – $10,700 | $10,200 – $12,200 |
Why two Decatur quotes can differ
Permit
At-grade patios often need no permit; add a retaining wall, a cover, or a connection to the house and that changes.
Paver material
Pavers alone average $2-$4 per sq ft but the full range is $1-$15 depending on concrete, brick, or natural stone (HomeGuide).
Base prep
The base (road base, fabric, edging, bedding and joint sand) is $1.40-$2.20 per sq ft of the materials number.
Decatur against nearby metros and the rest of Alabama
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Nashville is the priciest of the group at $4,150. Tuscaloosa is the cheapest at $3,650.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, ALthis page | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,700 | |
| Huntsville, AL30 miles | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,700 | level |
| Birmingham, AL75 miles | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,750 | +1% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL105 miles | $2,600 – $4,700 | $3,650 | −2% |
| Chattanooga, TN105 miles | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | +10% |
| Nashville, TN115 miles | $2,950 – $5,400 | $4,150 | +12% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $2,600 – $4,750 | $3,700 | −1% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | +14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Decatur ranks #272 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Decatur is 1% above the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,750 | +1% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,700 | level |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $2,600 – $4,750 | $3,700 | −1% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $2,600 – $4,700 | $3,650 | −1% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $2,600 – $4,700 | $3,650 | −2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,700 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Decatur against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $2,750 – $5,000 | $3,850 | +4% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $2,500 – $4,500 | $3,500 | −6% |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,150 | +12% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $3,300 – $5,950 | $4,600 | +24% |
Decatur weather and the paver patio calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Decatur Pryor Fld (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For digging, grading and setting material in the ground, the comfortable months in Decatur are February through June and September through December: 9 of 12. Outside them, January has an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F), and July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January the average low is at or below freezing, which means frozen ground and slower digging, compaction and sod or stone placement. NOAA counts about 62 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Decatur gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are February, March and December (5.2 inches in December). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.2 and 3.2 inches. The station averages about 64 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 | 51 | 32 | 4.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 55 | 35 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 64 | 42 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 73 | 50 | 4.5 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 59 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 88 | 67 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 70 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 68 | 3.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 61 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 75 | 50 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 62 | 39 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 54 | 35 | 5.2 | Workable |
Related projects, priced for Decatur
Jobs that often go together with paver patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Decatur wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, wood deck comes out highest (−9%) and concrete driveway lowest (−14%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,450 | −12% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $7,000 | −12% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,100 – $12,100 | −11% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,700 | −9% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,650 | −11% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,800 | −14% |
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Paver patio in Decatur: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Decatur?
For 300 sq ft, expect $2,650 to $4,800 in the Decatur area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,300 to $4,150. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Decatur?
About $8.85 to $15 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $310 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $17.
+Is paver patio cheaper in Decatur or Huntsville?
Huntsville is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $3,700, which is 0% more than Decatur ($3,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Decatur?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $2,100 out of $3,700. Materials are 39% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Decatur?
$3,550 to $6,250. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Decatur?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $310 for fees in the Decatur area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Decatur expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Alabama?
Decatur is 1% above the Alabama statewide estimate ($3,700 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Decatur?
The BLS median is $18.11 an hour in the Decatur area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $15.52 to $23.05.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Decatur?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $2,650 to $3,500 and premium work $3,950 to $4,800. Basic means: basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard. Premium means: natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge.
+When is the best time to install a paver patio in Decatur?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and September through December. 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 "excavation and haul-away" add in Decatur?
$270 to $1,350 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Decatur
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: 2026 Paver Patio Cost | Paver Installation Costs (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Stamped Concrete Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (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