Paver patio cost in Fresno, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $3,300 – $5,950
- Per sq ft
- $11 – $18.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +10%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #64
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a paver patio in the Fresno area: $3,300 to $5,950 for 300 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 10% higher than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $26.50 an hour in the Fresno area, 17% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Fresno, CA, standard level
$4,100 to $5,150
About $13.50 to $16.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 62% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,450 | $1,700 |
| Labor | $2,550 | $3,200 |
| Permits and fees | $110 | $250 |
| Total | $4,100 | $5,150 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Fresno, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,250 | $1,600 | $1,900 | 34% |
| Labor | $2,050 | $2,850 | $3,700 | 62% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $180 | $360 | 4% |
| Total | $3,300 | $4,650 | $5,950 | 100% |
Where the Fresno price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on construction laborers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $26.50 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Fresno is 1.13 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 62% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fresno is at 105.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,500 nationally becomes $1,600 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 102.2: $0 to $360.
Optional extras in Fresno
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.09 for Fresno, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.13) and goods price index (1.05). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $330 – $1,650 |
Paver patio: what moves the price in Fresno
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.
Fresno against nearby metros and the rest of California
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. San Jose is the priciest of the group at $5,200. Visalia is the cheapest at $4,450.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno, CAthis page | $3,300 – $5,950 | $4,650 | |
| Merced, CA60 miles | $3,300 – $5,950 | $4,650 | level |
| Visalia, CA65 miles | $3,200 – $5,750 | $4,450 | −3% |
| Modesto, CA85 miles | $3,450 – $6,250 | $4,850 | +5% |
| San Jose, CA95 miles | $3,650 – $6,700 | $5,200 | +12% |
| Salinas, CA100 miles | $3,450 – $6,250 | $4,850 | +5% |
| California (statewide) | $3,450 – $6,300 | $4,850 | +5% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fresno ranks #64 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fresno is 5% below the California figure.
Elsewhere in California
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $3,350 – $6,150 | $4,750 | +3% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $3,800 – $6,950 | $5,350 | +16% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $3,300 – $6,050 | $4,650 | +1% |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $3,350 – $6,100 | $4,750 | +2% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $3,650 – $6,700 | $5,200 | +12% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $3,450 – $6,300 | $4,900 | +6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fresno against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,450 | −4% |
| Tulsa, OK | 458,730 jobs | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | −15% |
| Omaha, NE | 498,100 jobs | $3,050 – $5,500 | $4,250 | −8% |
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $3,250 – $5,900 | $4,600 | −1% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: paver patio pricing in Fresno
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fresno. 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
$3,300 to $4,350
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$4,100 to $5,150
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$4,900 to $5,950
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,600 – $2,150 | $2,000 – $2,600 | $2,450 – $3,050 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,800 – $3,750 | $3,500 – $4,450 | $4,200 – $5,150 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $4,400 – $5,750 | $5,400 – $6,800 | $6,450 – $7,850 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $8,750 – $11,400 | $10,700 – $13,400 | $12,700 – $15,300 |
What nearby projects cost in Fresno
Jobs that often go together with paver patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fresno wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, retaining wall comes out highest (+10%) and wood deck lowest (+6%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,300 | +7% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,500 | +7% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,900 – $14,700 | +10% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $8,000 – $16,100 | +6% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,600 – $5,550 | +7% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,950 – $9,950 | +8% |
The best months for paver patio in Fresno
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Fresno Yosemite Intl Ap (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 Fresno are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Fresno gets about 11 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and March (2.2 inches in January). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 0.4 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 113 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 | 55 | 41 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 61 | 43 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 47 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 51 | 1.0 | Workable |
| May | 83 | 58 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 64 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Jul | 98 | 69 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 97 | 68 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 91 | 63 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Oct | 79 | 55 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 65 | 45 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 40 | 1.8 | Workable |
Who does the work: Fresno trade wages
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 Fresno the blend is 1.13.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $26.50 an hour, which is 17% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.16 and $36.70 an hour. BLS counts 2,660 of them working in the area, 55.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021, weighted 30%) the local median is $33.20 an hour, which is 11% above the national $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $29.01 and $43.00 an hour. BLS counts 170 of them working in the area, 3.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.4), so the local bench is about average.
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011), 20% of the weighting: a median of $19.57 an hour, 4% above the US median of $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $17.59 and $22.62 an hour. About 3,040 work in the metro. That is 63.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 61.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $570 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $240. That is a swing of roughly 5.3% to 12.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fresno has 476,890 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 53rd 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% | $22.16 | $26.50 | $36.70 | $22.66 | 1.17 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $29.01 | $33.20 | $43.00 | $29.87 | 1.11 | metro |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $17.59 | $19.57 | $22.62 | $18.82 | 1.04 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.13 | |||||
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Paver patio in Fresno: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Fresno?
For 300 sq ft, expect $3,300 to $5,950 in the Fresno area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,100 to $5,150. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Fresno?
About $11 to $18.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $360 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $17.
+Is paver patio cheaper in Fresno or Merced?
Merced is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $4,650, which is 0% more than Fresno ($4,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fresno?
About 62% at the midpoint, or $2,850 out of $4,650. Materials are 34% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Fresno?
$4,400 to $7,850. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Fresno?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $360 for fees in the Fresno area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fresno expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of California?
Fresno is 5% below the California statewide estimate ($4,850 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Fresno?
The BLS median is $26.50 an hour in the Fresno area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.16 to $36.70.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Fresno?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $3,300 to $4,350 and premium work $4,900 to $5,950. 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 Fresno?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. 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 "excavation and haul-away" add in Fresno?
$330 to $1,650 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Fresno
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