Paver patio cost in Toledo, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $3,100 – $5,650
- Per sq ft
- $10.50 – $17.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #107
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a paver patio in Toledo, plan on $3,100 to $5,650 for 300 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $10.50 to $17.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 3% higher than the national one. Construction laborers earn a median of $24.38 an hour in the Toledo area, 8% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Toledo, OH, standard level
$3,850 to $4,850
About $12.50 to $15.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 64% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Labor | $2,450 | $3,150 |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $220 |
| Total | $3,850 | $4,850 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Toledo, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $1,400 | $1,700 | 32% |
| Labor | $2,000 | $2,800 | $3,650 | 64% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $160 | $320 | 4% |
| Total | $3,100 | $4,350 | $5,650 | 100% |
What is behind the Toledo number
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, Toledo wages are 1.10 times the national level. Labor makes up about 64% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Toledo 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 (91.5) and land at $0 to $320.
Why two Toledo 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.
Add-ons priced for Toledo
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Toledo by the average of the local wage index (1.10) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 1.02. 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 | $310 – $1,550 |
Planning more than one job in Toledo?
Because every project leans on different trades, Toledo's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, retaining wall runs +4% and wood deck −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | +1% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,050 | +1% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $7,500 – $13,700 | +4% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,350 – $14,700 | −3% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,150 | −1% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,750 – $9,550 | +3% |
Toledo labor market for paver patio
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 Toledo is 1.10 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $24.38 an hour, 8% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.59 and $33.94 an hour. About 1,520 work in the metro. That is 52.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021), 30% of the weighting: a median of $36.96 an hour, 24% above the US median of $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $29.55 and $37.83 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 4.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 3.4 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011, weighted 20%) the local median is $17.92 an hour, which is 5% below the national $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $16.95 and $21.79 an hour. BLS counts 1,740 of them working in the area, 59.7 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 ($33.94 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $540. At the 25th percentile ($21.59) it shrinks by about $160. The total moves by 12.3% or 3.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 291,530 jobs in the Toledo area. That makes it the 87th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.19% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $21.59 | $24.38 | $33.94 | $22.66 | 1.08 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $29.55 | $36.96 | $37.83 | $29.87 | 1.24 | metro |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $16.95 | $17.92 | $21.79 | $18.82 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Climate in Toledo: timing your paver patio job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Toledo Metcalf Fld (10 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 Toledo (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 118 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Toledo gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and August (3.5 inches in May). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 2.4 and 2.3 inches. The station averages about 18 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 | 34 | 20 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 36 | 22 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 29 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Apr | 60 | 40 | 3.3 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 51 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 61 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 63 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 55 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 45 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 34 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 26 | 2.1 | Cold |
Is Toledo cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $4,150 to $4,550 across Toledo and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo, OHthis page | $3,100 – $5,650 | $4,350 | |
| Ann Arbor, MI50 miles | $3,200 – $5,800 | $4,500 | +3% |
| Detroit, MI85 miles | $3,200 – $5,800 | $4,500 | +3% |
| Fort Wayne, IN85 miles | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,150 | −5% |
| Lansing, MI95 miles | $3,250 – $5,900 | $4,550 | +4% |
| Flint, MI100 miles | $3,100 – $5,650 | $4,350 | level |
| Ohio (statewide) | $3,150 – $5,750 | $4,450 | +2% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | −3% |
Across 300 US metros, Toledo comes in at #107 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $5,650; the cheapest is Dothan, AL at $3,500 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Toledo is 2% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $3,300 – $5,950 | $4,600 | +6% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,450 | +1% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $3,250 – $5,900 | $4,600 | +5% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $3,050 – $5,550 | $4,300 | −1% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $3,200 – $5,850 | $4,500 | +4% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,450 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Toledo's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Toledo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $2,550 – $4,600 | $3,550 | −18% |
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $3,400 – $6,200 | $4,800 | +10% |
| Syracuse, NY | 300,130 jobs | $3,150 – $5,700 | $4,400 | +1% |
| Portland, ME | 288,480 jobs | $2,900 – $5,250 | $4,100 | −7% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: paver patio pricing in Toledo
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Toledo 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
$3,100 to $4,100
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$3,850 to $4,850
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$4,600 to $5,650
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,050 | $1,900 – $2,450 | $2,300 – $2,850 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,650 – $3,550 | $3,300 – $4,200 | $3,950 – $4,850 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $4,150 – $5,450 | $5,100 – $6,400 | $6,100 – $7,400 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $8,250 – $10,800 | $10,100 – $12,600 | $12,000 – $14,500 |
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Paver patio in Toledo: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Toledo?
For 300 sq ft, expect $3,100 to $5,650 in the Toledo area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,850 to $4,850. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Toledo?
About $10.50 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 Toledo or Ann Arbor?
Ann Arbor is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $4,500, which is 3% more than Toledo ($4,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Toledo?
About 64% at the midpoint, or $2,800 out of $4,350. Materials are 32% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Toledo?
$4,150 to $7,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Toledo?
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 Toledo area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Toledo expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Ohio?
Toledo is 2% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($4,450 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Toledo?
The BLS median is $24.38 an hour in the Toledo area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.59 to $33.94.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Toledo?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $3,100 to $4,100 and premium work $4,600 to $5,650. 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 Toledo?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. October 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 Toledo?
$310 to $1,550 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Toledo
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