Paver patio cost in Springfield, IL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $3,450 – $6,250
- Per sq ft
- $11.50 – $19.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +14%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #34
- 1 = most expensive
Springfield homeowners pay roughly $3,450 to $6,250 to install a paver patio at 300 sq ft, or $11.50 to $19.50 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Springfield is 14% higher. Construction laborers earn a median of $29.52 an hour in the Springfield area, 30% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Springfield, IL, standard level
$4,250 to $5,400
About $14 to $17 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 68% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Labor | $2,900 | $3,650 |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $230 |
| Total | $4,250 | $5,400 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Springfield, IL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $1,400 | $1,700 | 29% |
| Labor | $2,300 | $3,250 | $4,250 | 68% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $160 | $320 | 3% |
| Total | $3,450 | $4,850 | $6,250 | 100% |
Where the Springfield price comes from
Labor is 68% 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 Springfield the blended ratio comes out at 1.28.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Springfield metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $1,400, compared with $1,500 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.7) and land at $0 to $320.
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 Springfield. The wage table below marks each row.
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Springfield is 1.28 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $29.52 an hour, 30% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.56 and $35.79 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 50.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Springfield metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median: $43.26 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $30.02 and $49.16 an hour.
For landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011, weighted 20%) the local median is $18.31 an hour, which is in line with the national $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $17.06 and $23.08 an hour. BLS counts 680 of them working in the area, 67.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 61.3), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.79 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $350. At the 25th percentile ($21.56) it shrinks by about $450. The total moves by 7.3% or 9.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 100,810 jobs in the Springfield area. That makes it the 203rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $21.56 | $29.52 | $35.79 | $22.66 | 1.30 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $30.02 | $43.26 | $49.16 | $29.87 | 1.45 | state |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $17.06 | $18.31 | $23.08 | $18.82 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.28 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Springfield
Because every project leans on different trades, Springfield's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, retaining wall runs +16% and concrete slab +6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,300 – $4,400 | +9% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,550 | +7% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,700 – $15,200 | +16% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $8,200 – $16,400 | +9% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,650 – $5,450 | +6% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,050 – $10,600 | +14% |
Why two Springfield 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.
Is Springfield cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. St. Louis is the priciest of the group at $4,850. Davenport is the cheapest at $4,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, ILthis page | $3,450 – $6,250 | $4,850 | |
| Bloomington, IL65 miles | $3,400 – $6,200 | $4,800 | level |
| Peoria, IL65 miles | $3,450 – $6,250 | $4,850 | +1% |
| Champaign, IL80 miles | $3,350 – $6,050 | $4,700 | −3% |
| St. Louis, MO85 miles | $3,450 – $6,300 | $4,850 | +1% |
| Davenport, IA115 miles | $3,100 – $5,650 | $4,400 | −9% |
| Illinois (statewide) | $3,600 – $6,500 | $5,050 | +5% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −13% |
Across 300 US metros, Springfield comes in at #34 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $5,650; the cheapest is Dothan, AL at $3,500 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Springfield is 4% below the Illinois figure.
Other Illinois metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $3,650 – $6,600 | $5,150 | +6% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $3,450 – $6,250 | $4,850 | +1% |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 jobs | $3,250 – $5,950 | $4,600 | −5% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $3,350 – $6,050 | $4,700 | −3% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $3,400 – $6,200 | $4,800 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Springfield's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Springfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | −19% |
| Santa Cruz, CA | 98,500 jobs | $3,400 – $6,200 | $4,800 | −1% |
| Lafayette, IN | 102,200 jobs | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,150 | −14% |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $2,700 – $4,850 | $3,800 | −22% |
When to schedule paver patio in Springfield
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Springfield #2 (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where digging, grading and setting material in the ground runs into the fewest weather problems in Springfield (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F).
In January, February, March and December the average low is at or below freezing, which means frozen ground and slower digging, compaction and sod or stone placement. NOAA counts about 114 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Springfield gets about 40 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and July (5.1 inches in May). Inside the workable window, August and September are the driest, at 2.9 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 23 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36 | 19 | 2.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 22 | 2.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 52 | 31 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 65 | 41 | 4.1 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 53 | 5.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 63 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 66 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 64 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 56 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 33 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 24 | 2.3 | Cold |
Add-ons priced for Springfield
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Springfield by the average of the local wage index (1.28) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 1.11. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $330 – $1,650 |
Springfield: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Springfield wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$3,450 to $4,550
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$4,250 to $5,400
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$5,100 to $6,250
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,650 – $2,250 | $2,100 – $2,700 | $2,550 – $3,150 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,950 – $3,900 | $3,650 – $4,650 | $4,400 – $5,350 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $4,550 – $6,050 | $5,650 – $7,100 | $6,750 – $8,200 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $9,150 – $11,900 | $11,200 – $14,000 | $13,300 – $16,100 |
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Paver patio in Springfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Springfield?
For 300 sq ft, expect $3,450 to $6,250 in the Springfield area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,250 to $5,400. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Springfield?
About $11.50 to $19.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $320 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $17.
+Is paver patio cheaper in Springfield or Bloomington?
Bloomington is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $4,800, which is 0% less than Springfield ($4,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Springfield?
About 68% at the midpoint, or $3,250 out of $4,850. Materials are 29% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Springfield?
$4,550 to $8,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Springfield?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $320 for fees in the Springfield area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Springfield expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Illinois?
Springfield is 4% below the Illinois statewide estimate ($5,050 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Illinois; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Springfield?
The BLS median is $29.52 an hour in the Springfield area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.56 to $35.79.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Springfield?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $3,450 to $4,550 and premium work $5,100 to $6,250. 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 Springfield?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. August and September 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 Springfield?
$330 to $1,650 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Springfield
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