Paver patio cost in Omaha, NE
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $3,050 – $5,500
- Per sq ft
- $10 – $17.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #132
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a paver patio in the Omaha area: $3,050 to $5,500 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 lands close to the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $23.22 an hour in the Omaha area, 2% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Omaha, NE, standard level
$3,750 to $4,750
About $12 to $15 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 63% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Labor | $2,400 | $3,000 |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $230 |
| Total | $3,750 | $4,750 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Omaha, NE
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,400 | $1,700 | 33% |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,700 | $3,500 | 63% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $160 | $320 | 4% |
| Total | $3,050 | $4,250 | $5,500 | 100% |
Where the Omaha price comes from
Labor is 63% 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 Omaha the blended ratio comes out at 1.06.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Omaha is at 94.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,500 nationally becomes $1,400 here (midpoint, 300 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.9: $0 to $320.
What nearby projects cost in Omaha
Jobs that often go together with paver patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Omaha wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, retaining wall comes out highest (−2%) and wood deck lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,750 | −6% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,050 – $7,450 | −6% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,950 – $13,100 | −2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,950 – $14,000 | −8% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,300 – $4,850 | −6% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,400 – $8,600 | −6% |
Why two Omaha 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.
Who does the work: Omaha 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 Omaha the blend is 1.06.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.22 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $20.00 and $27.58 an hour. BLS counts 3,990 of them working in the area, 80.1 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 $30.71 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $26.95 and $32.37 an hour. BLS counts 220 of them working in the area, 4.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.4), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.10 an hour, 17% above the US median of $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $18.10 and $23.26 an hour. About 3,870 work in the metro. That is 77.7 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 $250 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $180. That is a swing of roughly 4.2% to 5.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Omaha has 498,100 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 51st 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% | $20.00 | $23.22 | $27.58 | $22.66 | 1.02 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $26.95 | $30.71 | $32.37 | $29.87 | 1.03 | metro |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $18.10 | $22.10 | $23.26 | $18.82 | 1.17 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Omaha against nearby metros and the rest of Nebraska
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Des Moines is the priciest of the group at $4,450. Lincoln is the cheapest at $4,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NEthis page | $3,050 – $5,500 | $4,250 | |
| Lincoln, NE55 miles | $2,850 – $5,200 | $4,000 | −6% |
| Sioux City, IA85 miles | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −1% |
| Des Moines, IA120 miles | $3,150 – $5,750 | $4,450 | +4% |
| Topeka, KS155 miles | $2,900 – $5,250 | $4,100 | −4% |
| Sioux Falls, SD160 miles | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | −4% |
| Nebraska (statewide) | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | −4% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Omaha ranks #132 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Omaha is 4% above the Nebraska figure.
Elsewhere in Nebraska
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | 182,620 jobs | $2,850 – $5,200 | $4,000 | −6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Omaha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,750 | −12% |
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,450 | +4% |
| Buffalo, NY | 534,550 jobs | $3,200 – $5,850 | $4,500 | +6% |
| Fresno, CA | 476,890 jobs | $3,300 – $5,950 | $4,650 | +9% |
Optional extras in Omaha
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.00 for Omaha, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.06) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $300 – $1,500 |
Pick a size, pick a tier: paver patio pricing in Omaha
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Omaha. 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
$3,050 to $4,000
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$3,750 to $4,750
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$4,500 to $5,500
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,450 – $2,000 | $1,850 – $2,400 | $2,250 – $2,800 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,600 – $3,450 | $3,250 – $4,100 | $3,900 – $4,750 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $4,050 – $5,300 | $5,000 – $6,250 | $5,950 – $7,200 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $8,100 – $10,500 | $9,900 – $12,300 | $11,700 – $14,100 |
The best months for paver patio in Omaha
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Omaha Eppley Airfield (10 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 Omaha are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F).
In January, February, March, November 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 134 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Omaha gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 27 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.7 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.0 and 2.3 inches. The station averages about 33 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 | 34 | 15 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 39 | 19 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Mar | 52 | 30 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Apr | 64 | 41 | 3.2 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 53 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 63 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 68 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 66 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 56 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 43 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 30 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Dec | 38 | 20 | 1.2 | Cold |
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Paver patio in Omaha: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Omaha?
For 300 sq ft, expect $3,050 to $5,500 in the Omaha area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,750 to $4,750. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Omaha?
About $10 to $17.50 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 Omaha or Lincoln?
Lincoln is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $4,000, which is 6% less than Omaha ($4,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Omaha?
About 63% at the midpoint, or $2,700 out of $4,250. Materials are 33% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Omaha?
$4,050 to $7,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Omaha?
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 Omaha area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Omaha expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Nebraska?
Omaha is 4% above the Nebraska statewide estimate ($4,100 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nebraska; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Omaha?
The BLS median is $23.22 an hour in the Omaha area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.00 to $27.58.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Omaha?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $3,050 to $4,000 and premium work $4,500 to $5,500. 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 Omaha?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. 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 Omaha?
$300 to $1,500 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Omaha
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