Paver patio cost in Winston, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $2,750 – $4,950
- Per sq ft
- $9.10 – $15.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #236
- 1 = most expensive
A paver patio in Winston, NC usually costs $2,750 to $4,950 for 300 sq ft. That works out to about $9.10 to $15.50 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $400 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $20.29 an hour in the Winston area, 10% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Winston, NC, standard level
$3,400 to $4,250
About $11 to $13.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 58% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,950 | $2,500 |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $230 |
| Total | $3,400 | $4,250 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Winston, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,450 | $1,750 | 38% |
| Labor | $1,550 | $2,200 | $2,850 | 58% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $160 | $320 | 4% |
| Total | $2,750 | $3,850 | $4,950 | 100% |
Why Winston prices look the way they do
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, Winston wages are 0.87 times the national level. Labor makes up about 58% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Winston is at 96.6 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 92.0: $0 to $320.
What local crews earn in Winston
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 Winston the blend is 0.87.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $20.29 an hour, which is 10% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.01 and $22.76 an hour. BLS counts 2,000 of them working in the area, 73.5 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 $23.03 an hour, which is 23% below the national $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $21.91 and $27.46 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 5.1 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 $17.99 an hour, 4% below the US median of $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $17.26 and $21.22 an hour. About 1,820 work in the metro. That is 66.9 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 $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $130. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 3.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Winston-Salem has 271,980 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 94th 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% | $18.01 | $20.29 | $22.76 | $22.66 | 0.90 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $21.91 | $23.03 | $27.46 | $29.87 | 0.77 | metro |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $17.26 | $17.99 | $21.22 | $18.82 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Winston bid
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.
Winston: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Winston. 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
$2,750 to $3,600
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$3,400 to $4,250
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$4,050 to $4,950
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,300 – $1,800 | $1,700 – $2,150 | $2,050 – $2,550 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,350 – $3,100 | $2,900 – $3,700 | $3,500 – $4,250 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $3,650 – $4,750 | $4,500 – $5,600 | $5,350 – $6,450 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $7,250 – $9,400 | $8,850 – $11,000 | $10,500 – $12,600 |
Optional extras in Winston
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Winston, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.87) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Excavation and haul-away | $280 – $1,400 |
Winston 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, Winston Salem Rynlds Ap (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 Winston are February through December: 11 of 12. Outside them, January has an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F).
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 64 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Winston gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (4.5 inches in August). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.9 and 3.1 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 | 49 | 31 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 53 | 33 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 61 | 40 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 71 | 48 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 78 | 57 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 65 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 69 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 68 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 80 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 71 | 49 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 39 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 52 | 34 | 3.3 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Winston
Jobs that often go together with paver patio are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Winston wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, wood deck comes out highest (−9%) and concrete driveway lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,500 | −11% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,050 | −11% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,150 – $12,200 | −11% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,800 | −9% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,700 | −10% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | −13% |
Is Winston cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Winston. Greensboro is the lowest at about $3,800 (midpoint, 300 sq ft), 30 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston, NCthis page | $2,750 – $4,950 | $3,850 | |
| Greensboro, NC30 miles | $2,700 – $4,900 | $3,800 | −1% |
| Burlington, NC55 miles | $2,750 – $4,950 | $3,850 | +1% |
| Hickory, NC65 miles | $2,800 – $5,000 | $3,900 | +2% |
| Charlotte, NC70 miles | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | +5% |
| Durham, NC70 miles | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | +4% |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | +3% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Winston ranks #236 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Winston is 3% below the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | +5% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $2,800 – $5,150 | $3,950 | +4% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $2,700 – $4,900 | $3,800 | −1% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | +4% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $2,800 – $5,100 | $3,950 | +3% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Winston against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $2,750 – $4,950 | $3,850 | +1% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,150 | +8% |
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $3,050 – $5,600 | $4,350 | +13% |
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $2,600 – $4,650 | $3,650 | −5% |
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Paver patio in Winston: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Winston?
For 300 sq ft, expect $2,750 to $4,950 in the Winston area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,400 to $4,250. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Winston?
About $9.10 to $15.50 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 Winston or Greensboro?
Greensboro is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $3,800, which is 1% less than Winston ($3,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Winston?
About 58% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $3,850. Materials are 38% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Winston?
$3,650 to $6,450. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Winston?
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 Winston area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Winston expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Winston is 3% below the North Carolina statewide estimate ($3,950 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Winston?
The BLS median is $20.29 an hour in the Winston area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.01 to $22.76.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Winston?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $2,750 to $3,600 and premium work $4,050 to $4,950. 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 Winston?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. February and November 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 Winston?
$280 to $1,400 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Winston
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