Paver patio cost in Honolulu, HI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $3,950 – $7,150
- Per sq ft
- $13 – $22.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +31%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #2
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a paver patio in the Honolulu area: $3,950 to $7,150 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 31% higher than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $37.48 an hour in the Honolulu area, 65% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Honolulu, HI, standard level
$4,900 to $6,200
About $16 to $20 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 66% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,550 | $1,800 |
| Labor | $3,250 | $4,100 |
| Permits and fees | $120 | $270 |
| Total | $4,900 | $6,200 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Honolulu, HI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,000 | 30% |
| Labor | $2,600 | $3,700 | $4,750 | 66% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $190 | $390 | 3% |
| Total | $3,950 | $5,550 | $7,150 | 100% |
What is behind the Honolulu number
Labor is 66% of the midpoint bill here, against 60% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is construction laborers (50%), brickmasons and blockmasons (30%), landscaping and groundskeeping workers (20%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Honolulu the blended ratio comes out at 1.45.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Honolulu is at 111.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,500 nationally becomes $1,650 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 111.0: $0 to $390.
Planning more than one job in Honolulu?
Jobs that often go together with paver patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Honolulu wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, concrete driveway comes out highest (+51%) and retaining wall lowest (+31%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,650 – $5,750 | +41% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $4,450 – $11,200 | +40% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $9,650 – $17,200 | +31% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $9,950 – $19,900 | +32% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $6,950 | +36% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $5,350 – $14,100 | +51% |
Paver patio: what moves the price in Honolulu
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.
Excavation and grading
Digging out is $1-$5 per sq ft; regrading a sloped yard is $0.40-$2.00 per sq ft.
Who does the work: Honolulu 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 Honolulu the blend is 1.45.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $37.48 an hour, which is 65% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $41.41 an hour. BLS counts 3,040 of them working in the area, 68.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
For brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021, weighted 30%) the local median is $39.00 an hour, which is 31% above the national $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $38.10 and $43.67 an hour. BLS counts 60 of them working in the area, 1.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.4), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011), 20% of the weighting: a median of $21.41 an hour, 14% above the US median of $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $17.64 and $24.25 an hour. About 3,330 work in the metro. That is 74.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 61.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $220 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $750. That is a swing of roughly 13.4% to 4.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Urban Honolulu has 446,380 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 56th 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% | $24.21 | $37.48 | $41.41 | $22.66 | 1.65 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $38.10 | $39.00 | $43.67 | $29.87 | 1.31 | metro |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $17.64 | $21.41 | $24.25 | $18.82 | 1.14 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.45 | |||||
How Honolulu compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 300 sq ft range from $4,800 to $5,650 across Honolulu and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu, HIthis page | $3,950 – $7,150 | $5,550 | |
| Kahului, HI110 miles | $4,000 – $7,250 | $5,650 | +1% |
| Santa Rosa, CA2395 miles | $3,500 – $6,350 | $4,900 | −11% |
| Santa Cruz, CA2415 miles | $3,400 – $6,200 | $4,800 | −14% |
| San Francisco, CA2415 miles | $3,800 – $6,950 | $5,350 | −3% |
| Napa, CA2425 miles | $3,450 – $6,300 | $4,850 | −12% |
| Hawaii (statewide) | $3,900 – $7,150 | $5,550 | −1% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −24% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Honolulu ranks #2 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Honolulu is 1% above the Hawaii figure.
Elsewhere in Hawaii
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului, HI | 73,750 jobs | $4,000 – $7,250 | $5,650 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Honolulu against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $3,250 – $5,900 | $4,600 | −17% |
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $2,700 – $4,900 | $3,800 | −32% |
| Tulsa, OK | 458,730 jobs | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | −29% |
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $2,750 – $5,000 | $3,900 | −30% |
Honolulu: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Honolulu. 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
$3,950 to $5,250
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$4,900 to $6,200
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$5,900 to $7,150
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,900 – $2,600 | $2,400 – $3,100 | $2,950 – $3,650 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $3,350 – $4,500 | $4,200 – $5,350 | $5,050 – $6,150 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $5,250 – $6,950 | $6,500 – $8,200 | $7,750 – $9,450 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $10,500 – $13,700 | $12,900 – $16,100 | $15,300 – $18,500 |
Extras that change the Honolulu total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.28 for Honolulu, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.45) and goods price index (1.12). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $380 – $1,900 |
The best months for paver patio in Honolulu
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Honolulu Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for digging, grading and setting material in the ground in Honolulu: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F)) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Honolulu gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, November and December (2.4 inches in March). The station averages about 32 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 | 81 | 67 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 81 | 67 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 81 | 68 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 70 | 0.8 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 72 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 74 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 75 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 89 | 76 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 88 | 75 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 87 | 74 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 84 | 72 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 82 | 69 | 2.2 | Workable |
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Paver patio in Honolulu: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Honolulu?
For 300 sq ft, expect $3,950 to $7,150 in the Honolulu area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,900 to $6,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Honolulu?
About $13 to $22.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $390 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $17.
+Is paver patio cheaper in Honolulu or Kahului?
Kahului is 110 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $5,650, which is 1% more than Honolulu ($5,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Honolulu?
About 66% at the midpoint, or $3,700 out of $5,550. Materials are 30% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Honolulu?
$5,250 to $9,450. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Honolulu?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $390 for fees in the Honolulu area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Honolulu expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Hawaii?
Honolulu is 1% above the Hawaii statewide estimate ($5,550 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Hawaii; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Honolulu?
The BLS median is $37.48 an hour in the Honolulu area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.21 to $41.41.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Honolulu?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $3,950 to $5,250 and premium work $5,900 to $7,150. Basic means: basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard. Premium means: natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge.
+Is there a bad season to install a paver patio in Honolulu?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "excavation and haul-away" add in Honolulu?
$380 to $1,900 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Honolulu
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