Paver patio cost in Clarksville, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (300 sq ft)
- $2,850 – $5,150
- Per sq ft
- $9.50 – $16
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $4,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #189
- 1 = most expensive
Clarksville homeowners pay roughly $2,850 to $5,150 to install a paver patio at 300 sq ft, or $9.50 to $16 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Clarksville is 5% lower. Construction laborers earn a median of $20.17 an hour in the Clarksville area, 11% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 300 sq ft in Clarksville, TN, standard level
$3,550 to $4,450
About $11.50 to $14 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 60% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,350 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $2,100 | $2,700 |
| Permits and fees | $95 | $220 |
| Total | $3,550 | $4,450 |
Cost breakdown for 300 sq ft in Clarksville, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,450 | $1,750 | 36% |
| Labor | $1,700 | $2,400 | $3,100 | 60% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $160 | $320 | 4% |
| Total | $2,850 | $4,000 | $5,150 | 100% |
What is behind the Clarksville number
The wage side of the estimate leans on construction laborers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $20.17 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Clarksville is 0.94 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 60% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Clarksville metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 300 sq ft comes to $1,450, compared with $1,500 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (90.9) 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 Clarksville. The wage table below marks each row.
When to schedule paver patio in Clarksville
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Clarksville Wwtp (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through June and September through November are the stretches where digging, grading and setting material in the ground runs into the fewest weather problems in Clarksville (7 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F); July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January, February 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 79 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Clarksville gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and December (5.6 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 4.1 inches. The station averages about 57 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 | 47 | 28 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 52 | 31 | 4.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 61 | 38 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 72 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 79 | 57 | 5.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 65 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 67 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 60 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 72 | 48 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 37 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 31 | 4.9 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Clarksville
Because every project leans on different trades, Clarksville's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, retaining wall runs −4% and concrete driveway −11%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Stamped concrete | 400 sq ft | $3,000 – $7,200 | −9% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,750 – $12,900 | −4% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,700 | −10% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,750 | −9% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,150 | −11% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: paver patio pricing in Clarksville
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Clarksville 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
$2,850 to $3,750
Basic concrete pavers, simple pattern, level yard
Standard
$3,550 to $4,450
Mid-grade pavers, a border or curve, some regrading
Premium
$4,250 to $5,150
Natural stone or clay brick, complex pattern, slope or retaining edge
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 (144 sq ft) | $1,350 – $1,850 | $1,750 – $2,250 | $2,150 – $2,650 |
| 16x16 (256 sq ft) | $2,450 – $3,250 | $3,050 – $3,850 | $3,650 – $4,450 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $3,800 – $5,000 | $4,700 – $5,850 | $5,550 – $6,750 |
| pool deck (800 sq ft) | $7,600 – $9,850 | $9,250 – $11,500 | $11,000 – $13,200 |
Add-ons priced for Clarksville
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Clarksville by the average of the local wage index (0.94) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.95. 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 | $290 – $1,450 |
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 Clarksville is 0.94 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $20.17 an hour, 11% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.68 and $23.18 an hour. About 620 work in the metro. That is 60.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Clarksville metro, so we used the Tennessee statewide median: $30.70 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $26.13 and $35.05 an hour.
For landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011, weighted 20%) the local median is $17.50 an hour, which is 7% below the national $18.82. The middle half of them earn between $15.39 and $21.09 an hour. BLS counts 360 of them working in the area, 34.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 61.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($23.18 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $170. At the 25th percentile ($17.68) it shrinks by about $140. The total moves by 4.2% or 3.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 103,220 jobs in the Clarksville area. That makes it the 200th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.07% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $17.68 | $20.17 | $23.18 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 30% | $26.13 | $30.70 | $35.05 | $29.87 | 1.03 | state |
| Landscaping and groundskeeping workers (37-3011) | 20% | $15.39 | $17.50 | $21.09 | $18.82 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Is Clarksville cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (300 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Evansville is the priciest of the group at $4,300. Huntsville is the cheapest at $3,700.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville, TNthis page | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | |
| Nashville, TN65 miles | $2,950 – $5,400 | $4,150 | +4% |
| Bowling Green, KY70 miles | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | −2% |
| Evansville, IN95 miles | $3,050 – $5,500 | $4,300 | +7% |
| Jackson, TN95 miles | $2,900 – $5,200 | $4,050 | +1% |
| Huntsville, AL140 miles | $2,650 – $4,800 | $3,700 | −7% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $2,900 – $5,250 | $4,100 | +2% |
| United States | $3,000 – $5,450 | $4,250 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Clarksville comes in at #189 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $5,650; the cheapest is Dothan, AL at $3,500 (midpoints, 300 sq ft). Statewide, Clarksville is 2% below the Tennessee figure.
Other Tennessee metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 jobs | $2,950 – $5,400 | $4,150 | +4% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | +2% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | +3% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $2,900 – $5,300 | $4,100 | +3% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $2,850 – $5,150 | $4,000 | level |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $2,900 – $5,200 | $4,050 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Clarksville's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Clarksville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, WV | 103,450 jobs | $2,800 – $5,000 | $3,900 | −2% |
| Lafayette, IN | 102,200 jobs | $2,950 – $5,350 | $4,150 | +4% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $2,650 – $4,850 | $3,750 | −6% |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $2,800 – $5,050 | $3,950 | −2% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Clarksville bid
Pattern
Herringbone and curves take longer to lay and waste more stone than a running bond.
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).
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Paver patio in Clarksville: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a paver patio in Clarksville?
For 300 sq ft, expect $2,850 to $5,150 in the Clarksville area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,550 to $4,450. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for paver patio in Clarksville?
About $9.50 to $16 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 Clarksville or Nashville?
Nashville is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 300 sq ft there is $4,150, which is 4% more than Clarksville ($4,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Clarksville?
About 60% at the midpoint, or $2,400 out of $4,000. Materials are 36% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 20x20 (400 sq ft) cost in Clarksville?
$3,800 to $6,750. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does paver patio need a permit in Clarksville?
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 Clarksville area (our national range of $0 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Clarksville expensive for paver patio compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Clarksville is 2% below the Tennessee statewide estimate ($4,100 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Clarksville?
The BLS median is $20.17 an hour in the Clarksville area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.68 to $23.18.
+What do basic and premium paver patio work cost in Clarksville?
For 300 sq ft, basic work runs $2,850 to $3,750 and premium work $4,250 to $5,150. 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 Clarksville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through June and September through November. September 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 Clarksville?
$290 to $1,450 for 300 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Paver patio near Clarksville
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